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