Payroll Legislation

State and Local Minimum Wage Increases Effective July, 1 2026

Here's a helpful guide for managing state and local minimum wage increases in the second half of 2026


Previously, we shared state and local jurisdictions with minimum wage increases in 2026. The trend of additional minimum wage legislation at the state and local level has continued throughout 2026. As these changes take effect, it's important to remember that employers must pay the highest rate whenever federal, state, and local rates differ.

 

Minimum Wage Rate Changes

In an effort to help employers across the United States keep up with these changes, here's a list of all state and local minimum wage increases in the second half of 2026. For more details, please refer to ADP's comprehensive list of these changes.

 

State Minimum Wage Increases in H2 2026

Alaska

District of Columbia

Oregon

 

Local Minimum Wage Increases in H2 2026

Alameda (City), CA

Berkeley, CA

District of Columbia

Emeryville, CA

Fremont, CA

Glendale, CA

Long Beach, CA

Los Angeles (City), CA

Los Angeles County, CA

Malibu, CA

Milpitas, CA

Pasadena, CA

San Diego, CA

San Francisco, CA

Santa Monica, CA

West Hollywood, CA

Chicago, IL

Cook County, IL

Howard County, MD

Montgomery County, MD

St. Paul, MN

Everett, WA

Renton, WA

 

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