As New York marks a minimum wage rise for a third year in a row, we look at the latest figure in other states.

Minimum wage policy is about to shift again as the calendar turns, with a new round of state level increases scheduled to take effect at the start of 2026. While federal law has held the nationwide ...

The minimum wage is increasing in 22 states in Washington DC. Let's talk about what that means for workers. These changes go into effect in 2026, most of them on January 1st, and for people who are ...

Nineteen states are raising their minimum wage this year. Washington State and New York have the highest minimum wages among the other states. The current federal minimum wage is $7.25 an hour.

Here's a list of states where workers are getting a pay bump.

CINCINNATI — Ohioans earning minimum wage will see a slight increase to their pay in 2026 once the state’s minimum bumps up from $10.70 to $11 an hour for non-tipped employees, reflecting inflation.

In 2026, the minimum wage will increase in 22 states. Find out what is happening in your state in our interactive graphics. In 2026, the minimum wage will increase in 22 states. Find out what is ...