Fort Wayne Minimum Wage 2026 (IN)
Last updated: · Part of Indiana
Fort Wayne, IN · Minimum Wage 2026
Follows the Indiana state rate
Fort Wayne Minimum Wage vs. Indiana
| Jurisdiction | Minimum Wage | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Wayne | $7.25/hr | — |
| Indiana (state rate) | $7.25/hr | Same as state rate |
Does Fort Wayne 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. Fort Wayne does not have its own minimum wage ordinance , and Indiana state law preempts cities from setting a local rate. Employers in Fort Wayne must pay at least the Indiana state minimum wage of $7.25/hr. Follows Indiana state/federal rate; local ordinances are preempted.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The minimum wage in Fort Wayne is $7.25 per hour, the same as the Indiana state minimum wage, since Fort Wayne does not set its own local rate.
No. Fort Wayne follows the Indiana state minimum wage of $7.25/hr rather than setting its own rate. Indiana state law blocks cities from setting a higher local rate.
Fort Wayne follows the same $7.25/hr rate as the rest of Indiana. There is no separate, higher local minimum wage in Fort Wayne.