Reno Minimum Wage 2026 (NV)
Last updated: · Part of Nevada
Reno, NV · Minimum Wage 2026
$12.00/hr
Follows the Nevada state rate
Follows state rate
Reno Minimum Wage vs. Nevada
| Jurisdiction | Minimum Wage | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Reno | $12.00/hr | — |
| Nevada (state rate) | $12.00/hr | Same as state rate |
Does Reno 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. Reno does not have its own minimum wage ordinance . Employers in Reno must pay at least the Nevada state minimum wage of $12.00/hr. Follows Nevada's $12.00 state minimum wage; no Nevada city or county has enacted its own minimum wage ordinance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The minimum wage in Reno is $12.00 per hour, the same as the Nevada state minimum wage, since Reno does not set its own local rate.
No. Reno follows the Nevada state minimum wage of $12.00/hr rather than setting its own rate.
Reno follows the same $12.00/hr rate as the rest of Nevada. There is no separate, higher local minimum wage in Reno.