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