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