Minimum Wage by State
Find the minimum wage by state for all 50 states and DC. Pick your state, enter your weekly hours and see your hourly rate and estimated gross pay.
| State | Minimum wage | Next change | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $7.25 | No change scheduled | No state minimum wage law. The federal rate applies. |
| Alaska | $14.00 | $15.00 on July 1, 2027 | Rose on July 1, 2026. |
| Arizona | $15.15 | Not announced yet | Adjusted for inflation each year. Some cities set higher rates. |
| Arkansas | $11.00 | No change scheduled | |
| California | $16.90 | $17.40 on Jan. 1, 2027 | Some cities and counties set higher rates. |
| Colorado | $15.16 | $15.71 on Jan. 1, 2027 | Some localities set higher rates. |
| Connecticut | $16.94 | $17.48 on Jan. 1, 2027 | |
| Delaware | $15.00 | No change scheduled | |
| District of Columbia | $18.40 | Not announced yet | Adjusts each July 1. |
| Florida | $15.00 | No change scheduled | Rose on Sept. 30, 2026. |
| Georgia | $7.25 | No change scheduled | State law lists $5.15, so the federal rate applies. |
| Hawaii | $16.00 | No change scheduled | |
| Idaho | $7.25 | No change scheduled | Cities cannot set their own minimum wage. |
| Illinois | $15.00 | No change scheduled | |
| Indiana | $7.25 | No change scheduled | |
| Iowa | $7.25 | No change scheduled | |
| Kansas | $7.25 | No change scheduled | |
| Kentucky | $7.25 | No change scheduled | |
| Louisiana | $7.25 | No change scheduled | No state minimum wage law. The federal rate applies. |
| Maine | $15.10 | $15.70 on Jan. 1, 2027 | Adjusted for inflation each year. |
| Maryland | $15.00 | No change scheduled | Some counties set higher rates. |
| Massachusetts | $15.00 | No change scheduled | |
| Michigan | $13.73 | $15.00 on Jan. 1, 2027 | |
| Minnesota | $11.41 | $11.87 on Jan. 1, 2027 | Some cities set higher rates. |
| Mississippi | $7.25 | No change scheduled | No state minimum wage law. The federal rate applies. |
| Missouri | $15.00 | No change scheduled | |
| Montana | $10.85 | $11.20 on Jan. 1, 2027 | |
| Nebraska | $15.00 | $15.26 on Jan. 1, 2027 | |
| Nevada | $12.00 | No change scheduled | |
| New Hampshire | $7.25 | No change scheduled | |
| New Jersey | $15.92 | $16.48 on Jan. 1, 2027 | |
| New Mexico | $12.00 | No change scheduled | |
| New York | $16.00 to $17.00 | No inflation increase set for 2027 | $17.00 in New York City, Long Island and Westchester County; $16.00 elsewhere. |
| North Carolina | $7.25 | No change scheduled | |
| North Dakota | $7.25 | No change scheduled | |
| Ohio | $11.00 | $11.40 on Jan. 1, 2027 | |
| Oklahoma | $7.25 | No change scheduled | Cities cannot set their own minimum wage. |
| Oregon | $15.55 to $16.80 | Not announced yet | The rate depends on the region. It adjusts each July 1. |
| Pennsylvania | $7.25 | No change scheduled | |
| Rhode Island | $16.00 | $17.00 on Jan. 1, 2027 | |
| South Carolina | $7.25 | No change scheduled | No state minimum wage law. The federal rate applies. |
| South Dakota | $11.85 | $12.30 on Jan. 1, 2027 | |
| Tennessee | $7.25 | No change scheduled | No state minimum wage law. The federal rate applies. |
| Texas | $7.25 | No change scheduled | |
| Utah | $7.25 | No change scheduled | |
| Vermont | $14.42 | Not announced yet | Adjusted for inflation each year. |
| Virginia | $12.77 | $13.75 on Jan. 1, 2027 | |
| Washington | $17.13 | $17.73 on Jan. 1, 2027 | Some cities set higher rates. |
| West Virginia | $8.75 | No change scheduled | |
| Wisconsin | $7.25 | No change scheduled | |
| Wyoming | $7.25 | No change scheduled | State law lists $5.15, so the federal rate applies. |
Sources: US Department of Labor, state minimum wage laws and state labor agencies. General hourly rate for most adult, non-tipped workers. Last checked October 31, 2026.
How to use the minimum wage lookup
- Choose your state.
- Enter the hours you work each week.
- Read the hourly rate and your weekly, monthly and yearly pay before taxes.
- Check the notes for local or regional differences.
Federal minimum wage vs state minimum wage
The federal minimum wage is $7.25 an hour. When a state sets a higher rate, employers must pay the higher state rate. In our latest check, 30 states and DC pay more than the federal minimum, and 20 states pay exactly $7.25. Five of those 20 states, Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina and Tennessee, have no state minimum wage law, so the federal rate applies.
Which states have the highest minimum wage?
The District of Columbia has the highest rate at $18.40. Among the 50 states, Washington leads at $17.13. New York pays $17.00 in New York City, Long Island and Westchester County. Connecticut ($16.94) and California ($16.90) follow.
Minimum wage changes coming in 2027
Several states already have increases scheduled for 2027. Examples include Washington at $17.73, California at $17.40, Connecticut at $17.48, Rhode Island at $17.00, Colorado at $15.71, Michigan at $15.00 and Virginia at $13.75. The table above lists each state’s next change.
Local and special minimum wages
Many cities and counties set minimum wages above the state rate. Tipped workers, young workers and some industries follow different rules. This page shows the general rate for most adult, non-tipped workers. Check your state labor agency for your exact situation.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage by state in 2026?
It ranges from the $7.25 federal minimum to $18.40 in DC. Washington has the highest rate among the 50 states at $17.13. See the table above for every state.
Which state has the highest minimum wage?
The District of Columbia has the highest rate at $18.40. Washington has the highest among the 50 states at $17.13.
Which states use the federal minimum wage?
Twenty states pay exactly $7.25, including Alabama, Georgia, Texas and Wyoming. Some of them have older state laws that list a lower rate, so the federal rate applies.
How do I calculate yearly pay from the minimum wage?
Multiply the hourly rate by your weekly hours and by 52 weeks. Our calculator shows weekly, monthly and yearly pay before taxes.
Do cities have their own minimum wage?
Yes, in many states. Employers must pay the highest applicable rate: federal, state or local.
When do minimum wage rates change?
Most states change on January 1. A few, such as Alaska, DC, Oregon and Florida, change at other times of the year.