Meridian Minimum Wage 2026 (ID)
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Meridian, ID · Minimum Wage 2026
Follows the Idaho state rate
Meridian Minimum Wage vs. Idaho
| Jurisdiction | Minimum Wage | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Meridian | $7.25/hr | — |
| Idaho (state rate) | $7.25/hr | Same as state rate |
Does Meridian Have Its Own Minimum Wage?
A city or county minimum wage ordinance sets a higher local wage floor than the state minimum, and employers within that jurisdiction must pay the higher local rate.
No. Meridian does not have its own minimum wage ordinance , and Idaho state law preempts cities from setting a local rate. Employers in Meridian must pay at least the Idaho state minimum wage of $7.25/hr. Follows Idaho state/federal rate; local ordinances are preempted.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The minimum wage in Meridian is $7.25 per hour, the same as the Idaho state minimum wage, since Meridian does not set its own local rate.
No. Meridian follows the Idaho state minimum wage of $7.25/hr rather than setting its own rate. Idaho state law blocks cities from setting a higher local rate.
Meridian follows the same $7.25/hr rate as the rest of Idaho. There is no separate, higher local minimum wage in Meridian.