Quick answer: The Central Luzon (Region III) minimum wage is ₱600 per day for non-agriculture workers in Bataan, Bulacan, Nueva Ecija, Pampanga, Tarlac and Zambales, in force since 16 April 2026 under Wage Order RBIII-26. Aurora is lower at ₱560. Compute overtime on this rate →
Central Luzon minimum wage rates (2026)
Wage Order RBIII-26 took effect on 30 October 2025 and raised wages in two tranches; the second tranche applied from 16 April 2026.
Bataan, Bulacan, Nueva Ecija, Pampanga, Tarlac and Zambales
| Sector | Before (RBIII-25) | 1st tranche (30 Oct 2025) | 2nd tranche (16 Apr 2026, current) | Hourly (÷ 8) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Non-agriculture | ₱550 | ₱570 | ₱600 | ₱75.00 |
| Agriculture | ₱520 | ₱540 | ₱570 | ₱71.25 |
| Retail / service | ₱540 | ₱560 | ₱590 | ₱73.75 |
Aurora
| Sector | Before (RBIII-25) | 1st tranche | 2nd tranche (current) | Hourly (÷ 8) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Non-agriculture | ₱500 | ₱530 | ₱560 | ₱70.00 |
| Agriculture | ₱485 | ₱515 | ₱545 | ₱68.13 |
| Retail / service | ₱435 | ₱475 | ₱515 | ₱64.38 |
Monthly equivalent
Minimum-wage earners are paid daily, so the monthly figure depends on how many days you are paid for. These are gross figures.
| Daily rate | 22 days | 26 days | 261-day factor ÷ 12 | 313-day factor ÷ 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ₱600 | ₱13,200 | ₱15,600 | ₱13,050.00 | ₱15,650.00 |
| ₱590 | ₱12,980 | ₱15,340 | ₱12,832.50 | ₱15,389.17 |
| ₱570 | ₱12,540 | ₱14,820 | ₱12,397.50 | ₱14,867.50 |
| ₱560 (Aurora) | ₱12,320 | ₱14,560 | ₱12,180.00 | ₱14,606.67 |
Statutory minimum-wage earners are exempt from income tax on their minimum wage and on their holiday, overtime, night differential and hazard pay.
Overtime and holiday pay at ₱600 a day
With an hourly rate of ₱600 ÷ 8 = ₱75.00:
- Ordinary-day overtime: ₱75 × 1.25 = ₱93.75 per hour
- Rest day or special non-working day, 8 hours: ₱600 × 130% = ₱780.00
- Regular holiday, 8 hours: ₱600 × 200% = ₱1,200.00
- Regular holiday not worked: ₱600.00 (if present or on paid leave the day before)
Use the overtime, holiday and night differential calculator for your own shift. The rules are in the holiday pay guide and the overtime pay rate guide.
Kasambahay in Central Luzon
Domestic workers in Region III have a monthly minimum of ₱6,500, under Wage Order RBIII-DW-05 effective 30 October 2025 (up ₱500 from ₱6,000). It applies across Aurora, Bataan, Bulacan, Nueva Ecija, Pampanga, Tarlac and Zambales.
A new wage order may be coming
The Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board III opened a new minimum wage review in September 2026, with public hearings and management consultations. Wage boards review rates about once a year, so a new order for Region III is possible. If one is issued, the NWPC’s Region III page will list it first. Compare your region with the others in the minimum wage by region guide, or look at the NCR rate.
Source: Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board III, Wage Order RBIII-26 and RBIII-DW-05 via the National Wages and Productivity Commission, verified 17 October 2026. Wage orders change over time — this is an estimate only; confirm the current rate for your province and industry with the NWPC or DOLE.