Minimum Wage by State (2026)

The federal minimum wage is $7.25 per hour and hasn't changed since 2009. Many states set a higher minimum — and where a state (or city) is higher, the higher rate is what employers must pay. Here's the minimum wage by state as of January 2026. Rates change yearly, so confirm the current figure for your state before running payroll.

As of January 2026. Figures are best-effort and change yearly — verify with your state labor department. Some cities set higher local minimums than the state.