Region III - Central Luzon Minimum Wage 2026
Central Luzon including Pampanga, Bulacan, Tarlac, Nueva Ecija, Zambales, Bataan, and Aurora. Rates shown are for main provinces after 2nd tranche (April 16, 2026); Aurora has lower rates. Daily minimum wage rates, monthly equivalents, full benefits breakdown, and net take-home pay.
Rank #2 of 17 regions
Daily Minimum Wage (Non-Agriculture)
₱600/day
₱15,600.00/month (26 working days)
Daily Minimum Wage Rates by Sector
Per WO RBIII-26 — View official rates at NWPC-DOLE →
| Sector | Daily Rate | Monthly (x26) |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Agriculture | ₱600 | ₱15,600.00 |
| Agriculture | ₱570 | ₱14,820.00 |
| Retail & Service | ₱590 | ₱15,340.00 |
Monthly Take-Home Pay at Minimum Wage
₱14,235.00
out of ₱15,600.00 gross (91.3% take-home rate)
Benefits & Deductions Breakdown
Complete monthly deductions for a non-agriculture minimum wage worker earning ₱15,600.00/month in Central Luzon.
Gross Monthly Salary ₱15,600.00
SSS Contribution
MSC ₱15,500 · 5% employee share - ₱775.00
PhilHealth Contribution
5% of ₱15,600.00 · 50% employee share - ₱390.00
Pag-IBIG Contribution
2.0% of salary (max P5,000 base) - ₱200.00
Taxable Income ₱14,235.00
Withholding Tax
0% (Tax Exempt) Tax Exempt
Net Take-Home Pay ₱14,235.00
Total Employer Cost
What an employer actually pays for a minimum wage worker in Central Luzon:
Employee Salary ₱15,600.00
SSS Employer Share (10%) + ₱1,550.00
PhilHealth Employer Share + ₱390.00
Pag-IBIG Employer Share + ₱200.00
EC (Employees' Compensation) + ₱30.00
Total Employer Cost ₱17,770.00
Annual Summary
Annual Gross ₱187,200.00
Annual Deductions ₱16,380.00
Annual Net Pay ₱170,820.00
13th Month Pay ₱15,600.00
Minimum Wage Comparison: All Regions
How Central Luzon compares to all other Philippine regions (non-agriculture daily rates).
| # | Region | Daily | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NCR / Metro Manila | ₱695 | ₱18,070.00 |
| 2 | Central Luzon | ₱600 | ₱15,600.00 |
| 3 | CALABARZON | ₱600 | ₱15,600.00 |
| 4 | Western Visayas | ₱550 | ₱14,300.00 |
| 5 | Central Visayas | ₱540 | ₱14,040.00 |
| 6 | Davao Region | ₱540 | ₱14,040.00 |
| 7 | CAR / Baguio | ₱505 | ₱13,130.00 |
| 8 | Ilocos Region | ₱505 | ₱13,130.00 |
| 9 | Cagayan Valley | ₱500 | ₱13,000.00 |
| 10 | Northern Mindanao | ₱500 | ₱13,000.00 |
| 11 | Caraga | ₱475 | ₱12,350.00 |
| 12 | Eastern Visayas | ₱470 | ₱12,220.00 |
| 13 | Zamboanga Peninsula | ₱464 | ₱12,064.00 |
| 14 | SOCCSKSARGEN | ₱460 | ₱11,960.00 |
| 15 | MIMAROPA | ₱455 | ₱11,830.00 |
| 16 | Bicol Region | ₱435 | ₱11,310.00 |
| 17 | BARMM | ₱411 | ₱10,686.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum wage in Central Luzon in 2026?
The 2026 daily minimum wage in Central Luzon is ₱600 for non-agriculture workers, ₱570 for agriculture workers, and ₱590 for retail and service sector workers. The monthly equivalent for non-agriculture is ₱15,600.00 (daily × 26 working days).
What is the net take-home pay at minimum wage in Central Luzon?
At the non-agriculture minimum wage of ₱15,600.00/month, the estimated net take-home pay is ₱14,235.00 after deducting SSS (₱775.00), PhilHealth (₱390.00), Pag-IBIG (₱200.00), and withholding tax (₱0.00).
How does Central Luzon minimum wage compare to other regions?
Central Luzon ranks #2 out of 17 regions in terms of non-agriculture minimum wage. The highest minimum wage is in NCR / Metro Manila at ₱695/day, while the lowest is in BARMM at ₱411/day.
Are minimum wage earners in Central Luzon exempt from income tax?
Yes, minimum wage earners in Central Luzon are exempt from income tax under the TRAIN Law. However, mandatory contributions to SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-IBIG totaling ₱1,365.00 per month are still deducted.
What is the total employer cost for minimum wage in Central Luzon?
For an employee earning the non-agriculture minimum wage of ₱15,600.00/month, the total employer cost is ₱17,770.00. This includes employer shares for SSS (₱1,550.00), PhilHealth (₱390.00), Pag-IBIG (₱200.00), and EC (₱30.00).
Disclaimer: This computation is an estimate based on 2026 government-mandated rates and the latest DOLE wage orders.
Actual wages and deductions may vary based on specific employment arrangements, allowances, and wage order amendments.
Verify with official sources:
NWPC-DOLE,
DOLE,
SSS,
PhilHealth,
Pag-IBIG.