19 States Just Raised the Minimum Wage. Find Your State's Current Rate.
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Key Points:
- Starting January 1, 2026, minimum wage increases take effect in 19 states, impacting over 8 million workers across the U.S.
- Washington, D.C., has the highest minimum wage at $17.95 per hour, followed by Washington state at $17.13 and New York City and surrounding counties at $17.00.
- Several states, including California, Connecticut, Hawaii, and Oregon, saw notable increases, with Hawaii raising its minimum wage from $14 to $16 per hour.
- Many states maintain minimum wages between $10 and $15 per hour, such as Florida at $14 and Michigan at $13.73, while 20 states still adhere to the federal minimum wage of $
