Minimum Wage in Region 12 – SOCCSKSARGEN (Updated)
The Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board (RTWPB) Region 12 has issued Wage Order No. XII-24, providing a staggered wage increase for workers across all sectors. Upon full implementation, workers in non-agriculture will receive up to ₱430 daily, while those in agriculture and retail/service will get up to ₱410 and ₱430 respectively. The order took effect on October 17, 2024, with increases spread across four tranches.
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The monthly wage for domestic workers (kasambahays) was also raised by ₱500. The new monthly minimum wage is ₱5,000 in cities and first-class municipalities, and ₱4,500 in other municipalities.
Current Minimum Wage in Region 12 – SOCCSKSARGEN
| Sector | Daily Minimum Wage (₱) |
|---|---|
| Non-Agriculture | 430 |
| Retail/Service | 430 |
| Agriculture | 410 |
As per Wage Order No. XII-24, effective October 17, 2024
Effective Date and Wage Order Reference
- Wage Increase: ₱27 to ₱48 depending on sector
- Effectivity Date: October 17, 2024 (with staggered increases through June 2025)
- Coverage: Private sector workers and domestic workers
- Monthly Domestic Worker Rate: ₱5,000 (Chartered Cities/1st-Class Municipalities), ₱4,500 (Other Municipalities)
Coverage: Provinces, Cities, and Municipalities in Region 12
North Cotabato (excluding 63 barangays now under BARMM)
Cities: Kidapawan
Municipalities: Aleosan, Antipas, Arakan, Banisilan, Carmen, Kabacan, Libungan, Magpet, Makilala, Matalam, Midsayap, Pigcawayan, Pikit, President Roxas, Tulunan
South Cotabato
Cities: Koronadal
Municipalities: Banga, Lake Sebu, Norala, Polomolok, Santo Niño, Surallah, Tampakan, Tantangan, T’boli, Tupi
Sultan Kudarat
City: Tacurong
Municipalities: Bagumbayan, Columbio, Esperanza, Isulan, Kalamansig, Lambayong, Lebak, Lutayan, Palimbang, President Quirino, Sen. Ninoy Aquino
Sarangani
Municipalities: Alabel, Glan, Kiamba, Maasim, Maitum, Malapatan, Malungon
General Santos City