Minimum wage increases for U.S. workers in 2026 by location.

Workers in 22 states and 66 cities and counties in the U.S. will receive pay boosts in 2026 due to higher minimum wage regulations, providing relief to low-income households. By Jan. 1, 2026, minimum wages will increase in a total of 68 jurisdictions. The rise in minimum wages is driven by cost-of-living adjustments, inflation, and worker-led organizing efforts. Disparities remain, with some areas still stuck at the federal minimum wage of $7.25, highlighting the need for continued wage increases.

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