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Minimum wage.

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Washington minimum wage

$17.13 per hour

The minimum wage in Washington is $17.13 per hour, per the U.S. Department of Labor consolidated minimum wage table.

Employee threshold: 0+ employees in Washington · All industries
Effective
Jan 1, 2026
Official source: U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division — Consolidated Minimum Wage Table Last checked Nov 1, 2026
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Thresholds, dates & upcoming changes

Jurisdiction / rule Requirement Employees / industry Effective / status Official source / last checked
Washington
Washington minimum wage 		$17.13 per hour 0–any employees
All industries 		Jan 1, 2026
Current 		U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division — Consolidated Minimum Wage Table
Checked Nov 1, 2026
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What changed in Washington?

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Washington · Minimum wage

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Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division — Consolidated Minimum Wage Table · Effective Jan 1, 2026 · Last checked Nov 1, 2026 · View current requirement →
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Questions employers ask about Minimum wage in Washington

What is the Washington minimum wage requirement for 0+ employees?

$17.13 per hour. The minimum wage in Washington is $17.13 per hour, per the U.S. Department of Labor consolidated minimum wage table.

When did Washington minimum wage take effect?

Effective January 1, 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division — Consolidated Minimum Wage Table. Last checked November 1, 2026.

Who must follow Washington minimum wage?

Employers with 0 or more employees in Washington across all industries.

What is the penalty for violating Washington minimum wage?

No penalty information has been published in this entry. Consult the official source.

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