Tax Policy Center

Fiscal Facts

February 6, 2023
The state-level hourly minimum wage for most non-tipped employees is equal to the federal rate of $7.25 in 20 states. Massachusetts ($15), California ($15.50), Washington ($15.74), and the District of Columbia ($16.50) have the highest minimum wages.
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The state-level hourly minimum wage for most non-tipped employees is equal to the federal rate of $7.25 in 20 states. Massachusetts ($15), California ($15.50), Washington ($15.74), and the District of Columbia ($16.50) have the highest minimum wages.