Variations in minimum wages across the United States has gained renewed attention following New York’s most recent increase on January 1. The raise, announced in December by Governor Kathy Hochul, ...

Almost two dozen states are raising their minimum wage in 2026, providing American workers a pay bump at a time when many are struggling to cover basic necessities. In total, 88 jurisdictions — ...

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 ...

As Americans ring in the New Year, minimum wage workers in nearly 20 states are kicking off 2026 with a pay increase. Starting Jan. 1, 2026, minimum wage workers in 19 states will see a pay increase.

In 2026, 23 states and dozens of localities are scheduled to increase their minimum wage. Tennessee does not have a state minimum wage and instead defaults to the federal rate of $7.25 per hour. The ...

As Americans ring in the New Year, minimum wage workers in nearly 20 states are kicking off 2026 with a pay increase. Starting Jan. 1, 2026, minimum wage workers in 19 states will see a pay increase.