Wisconsin’s minimum wage remains $7.25 per hour in 2026, unchanged since July 24, 2009. Tipped workers earn a base rate of $2.33 per hour plus tips. Young workers under 20 can be paid $5.90 per hour for their first 90 days of employment. This guide covers everything Wisconsin workers and employers need to know about […]
Quick Answer: West Virginia’s minimum wage is $8.75 per hour as of 2026, unchanged since January 1, 2016. This rate applies to employers with 6 or more employees at one location. Tipped workers can be paid $2.62 per hour if tips bring total earnings to $8.75 per hour. West Virginia has not increased its minimum […]
Quick Answer: Washington’s minimum wage increases to $17.13 per hour on January 1, 2026. This is the highest state minimum wage in the nation and applies to all workers statewide, though some cities like Seattle have even higher rates. Washington workers will see a $0.47 increase from the 2025 rate of $16.66 per hour. The […]