Portland Minimum Wage
Portland (approx.)
$15.95/hr
Federal floor
$7.25/hr
As of
mid-2025
Portland sets its own local minimum wage that is higher than Oregon's statewide rate. As of mid-2025 it is approximately $15.95 per hour.Portland rates change on a set schedule, so always confirm the current figure with the city before running payroll.
Oregon uses regional minimum wages; the Portland metro rate is the highest tier.
When a city, state, and federal minimum wage all apply, the employer must pay the highest of the three. Tipped-wage and large-employer rules may differ, so check the official source below.
This figure is approximate and changes periodically, so confirm the current Portland rate with the city or the Oregon labor department before relying on it.
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