New 2026-2027 Living Wage Rate
On Wednesday 1 September, the Living Wage rate 2026-27 comes into effect. This means more than 64,000 workers across Aotearoa will receive at least $29.90 per hour.
The Living Wage is an hourly rate. Set apart from the minimum wage, it’s worker and whānau focused.
Paying the Living Wage rate is voluntary. Employers who pay the Living Wage want to make sure their workers get enough money to live with dignity.
The Living Wage considers basic expenses, and gives breathing room for rest, activities, or saving for a rainy day. It’s good for collective wellbeing, and our economy.
Accredited Living Wage Employers ensure all of their workers both directly employed and those delivering contracted services on a regular and ongoing basis, are receiving at least the current Living Wage rate.
For more information about the updated rate, check out this link 
https://www.livingwage.org.nz/lw26
https://www.livingwage.org.nz/lw26
For more information on becoming an accredited Living Wage Employer, head to https://www.livingwage.org.nz/become_a_living_wage_employer
https://www.livingwage.org.nz/become_a_living_wage_employer
To speak with our team, contact [email protected]
