Minimum Wage by State
Minimum wage is set by both federal and state law. Employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act must pay at least the federal minimum, and where a state sets a higher rate, the higher rate generally applies. This table lists state rates with the official source for each.
State Minimum Wage Rates
| State | Rate | As of | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $7.25 | 2009-07-24 | Source |
| Alaska | $14.00 | 2026-07-01 | Source |
| Arizona | $15.15 | 2026-01-01 | Source |
| Arkansas | $11.00 | 2021-01-01 | Source |
| California | $16.90 | 2026-01-01 | Source |
| Colorado | $15.16 | 2026-01-01 | Source |
| Connecticut | $16.94 | 2026-01-01 | Source |
| Delaware | $15.00 | 2025-01-01 | Source |
| Florida | $14.00 | 2025-09-30 | Source |
| Georgia | $7.25 | 2009-07-24 | Source |
| Hawaii | $16.00 | 2026-01-01 | Source |
| Idaho | $7.25 | 2009-07-24 | Source |
| Illinois | $15.00 | 2025-01-01 | Source |
| Indiana | $7.25 | 2009-07-24 | Source |
| Iowa | $7.25 | 2008-01-01 | Source |
| Kansas | $7.25 | 2010-01-01 | Source |
| Kentucky | $7.25 | 2009-07-01 | Source |
| Louisiana | $7.25 | 2009-07-24 | Source |
| Maine | $15.10 | 2026-01-01 | Source |
| Maryland | $15.00 | 2024-01-01 | Source |
| Massachusetts | $15.00 | 2023-01-01 | Source |
| Michigan | $13.73 | 2026-01-01 | Source |
| Minnesota | $11.41 | 2026-01-01 | Source |
| Mississippi | $7.25 | 2009-07-24 | Source |
| Missouri | $15.00 | 2026-01-01 | Source |
| Montana | $10.85 | 2026-01-01 | Source |
| Nebraska | $15.00 | 2026-01-01 | Source |
| Nevada | $12.00 | 2024-07-01 | Source |
| New Hampshire | $7.25 | 2009-07-24 | Source |
| New Jersey | $15.92 | 2026-01-01 | Source |
| New Mexico | $12.00 | 2023-01-01 | Source |
| New York | $16.00 | 2026-01-01 | Source |
| North Carolina | $7.25 | 2009-07-24 | Source |
| North Dakota | $7.25 | 2009-07-24 | Source |
| Ohio | $11.00 | 2026-01-01 | Source |
| Oklahoma | $7.25 | 2009-07-24 | Source |
| Oregon | $15.55 | 2026-07-01 | Source |
| Pennsylvania | $7.25 | 2009-07-24 | Source |
| Rhode Island | $16.00 | 2026-01-01 | Source |
| South Carolina | $7.25 | 2009-07-24 | Source |
| South Dakota | $11.85 | 2026-01-01 | Source |
| Tennessee | $7.25 | 2009-07-24 | Source |
| Texas | $7.25 | 2009-07-24 | Source |
| Utah | $7.25 | 2009-07-24 | Source |
| Vermont | $14.42 | 2026-01-01 | Source |
| Virginia | $12.77 | 2026-01-01 | Source |
| Washington | $17.13 | 2026-01-01 | Source |
| West Virginia | $8.75 | 2016-01-01 | Source |
| Wisconsin | $7.25 | 2009-07-24 | Source |
| Wyoming | $7.25 | 2009-07-24 | Source |
| District of Columbia | $18.40 | 2026-07-01 | Source |
| Guam | $9.25 | 2021-09-01 | Source |
| Puerto Rico | $10.50 | 2024-07-01 | Source |
| U.S. Virgin Islands | $12.00 | 2026-04-24 | Source |
| Northern Mariana Islands | $7.25 | 2018-09-30 | Source |
| American Samoa | See official source | Source |
Where a rate is marked "See official source," we could not verify a current figure from an authoritative source at the time of publication, so we link to the official page instead of stating a number.
Questions We Get Asked
What is the federal minimum wage?
The federal minimum wage is set by the Fair Labor Standards Act. Where a state sets a higher minimum, the higher rate generally applies to covered workers in that state.
Can a state pay less than the federal minimum wage?
Generally no. Employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act must pay at least the federal minimum. A few states have no state minimum, in which case the federal rate applies.
Do tipped workers earn the full minimum wage?
Many states allow a lower cash wage for tipped workers, provided tips bring total earnings up to the minimum. Rules vary by state, and some states require the full minimum before tips.
How current are these rates?
Each row shows an as-of date. Minimum wages change, often on January 1, so check the official source linked in the table for the current figure.
Where This Text Comes From
Important: This page is published for general research and education. It is not legal advice, and it does not create an attorney-client relationship. Statutes are amended often and may contain exceptions. Because outcomes depend on your own facts, speak with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction about your situation. See the full disclaimer.