Tag: State Law
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States with the Highest Minimum Wage: Top 10 Rankings for 2026
Washington State leads the nation at $17.33/hr, followed by DC, Connecticut, and California. See the top 10 states with the highest minimum wages in 2026, plus which cities pay even more.
Pennsylvania Minimum Wage 2026: $7.25/hr — What Workers Need to Know
Pennsylvania's minimum wage remains $7.25/hr in 2026, matching the federal rate. See how PA compares to neighboring states, which cities have higher local rates, and the ongoing debate over raising the rate.
Connecticut Minimum Wage 2026: $16.94/hr — 3rd Highest in the US
Connecticut's minimum wage is $16.94/hr in 2026, the third-highest state rate in the country. See how it's calculated, tipped wage rates, exempt salary thresholds, and how CT compares to other New England states.
Oregon Minimum Wage 2026: $16.45/hr in Portland, $14.45/hr Rural
Oregon uses a three-tier minimum wage system: $16.45/hr in the Portland metro, $14.45/hr in rural counties, and $15.45/hr everywhere else. See the full 2026 breakdown, no tip credit rules, and how OR compares to Washington.
Arizona Minimum Wage 2026: $15.15/hr Statewide, $17.85/hr in Flagstaff
Arizona's minimum wage is $15.15/hr in 2026, adjusted annually for inflation. Flagstaff has its own higher rate of $17.85/hr. See the full breakdown, tipped wage rates ($12.15/hr), and how AZ compares to other Southwest states.
New Jersey Minimum Wage 2026: $15.49/hr Guide
New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.49/hr in 2026, adjusted annually for inflation. See the full breakdown, tipped wage rates ($5.62/hr), exempt salary thresholds, and how NJ compares to New York and Pennsylvania.
Colorado Minimum Wage 2026: $14.81/hr Statewide, $18.81/hr in Denver
Colorado's minimum wage is $14.81/hr in 2026, with Denver at $18.81/hr. See the full breakdown, tipped wage rates ($11.79/hr), the annual COLA adjustment, and how CO compares to other Mountain West states.
Illinois Minimum Wage 2026: $15.00/hr Statewide, $17.05/hr in Chicago
Illinois' minimum wage is $15.00/hr in 2026, with Chicago at $17.05/hr and Cook County at $15.00/hr. See the full breakdown, tipped wage rates, the phase-in history, and how IL compares to neighboring states.
Texas Minimum Wage 2026: $7.25/hr — What Texas Workers Need to Know
Texas follows the $7.25/hr federal minimum wage in 2026, with no state increase. See how Texas compares to other large states, which cities have higher rates for contractors, and what Texas workers actually earn.
California Minimum Wage 2026: $16.50/hr Statewide Guide
California's minimum wage is $16.50/hr in 2026, with higher rates in 30+ cities including San Francisco ($18.67/hr) and Los Angeles ($17.28/hr). See the full breakdown by city, tipped wage rules, and the fast food minimum wage.
One Fair Wage Explained: Ending the Tipped Minimum Wage
One fair wage means a single minimum wage for every worker, with no separate lower tipped wage. Here is what that means.
Tipped Minimum Wage Explained: How It Works in Every State
Tipped minimum wage lets employers pay a reduced cash wage if tips make up the gap. Here is exactly how it works.
Waitress & Server Minimum Wage by State: Full 2026 Table
Tipped minimum wage for servers ranges from $2.13/hr to full state minimum wage. See every state's exact rate.
Minimum Wage Increases in 2026: Every State That Raised Its Rate
20 states raised their minimum wage in 2026. See every state, its new rate, and why so many increases landed the same year.