Minimum wage

Washington state minimum wage rises in 2026

Washington. Effective 2026-01-01. Data period: 2025 to 2026 state minimum wage.

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Before

16.66

USD/hour

After

17.13

USD/hour

Delta

+0.47

+2.8%

Verified

Yes

Checked 2026-07-01

What changed

Before

2025 Washington state minimum wage: $16.66 per hour.

After

2026 Washington state minimum wage: $17.13 per hour.

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Source receipt

Official source: Washington State Department of Labor & Industries minimum wage page
Publication date: 2025-09-30
Effective date: 2026-01-01
Last checked: 2026-07-01

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