Seattle Minimum Wage
Seattle (approx.)
$20.76/hr
Federal floor
$7.25/hr
As of
mid-2025
Seattle sets its own local minimum wage that is higher than Washington's statewide rate. As of mid-2025 it is approximately $20.76 per hour.Seattle rates change on a set schedule, so always confirm the current figure with the city before running payroll.
One of the highest local minimums in the US; some smaller employers had a lower phase-in that has largely ended.
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 Seattle rate with the city or the Washington labor department before relying on it.
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