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These states are increasing the minimum wage in 2026

Significant wage hikes kick in Jan. 1 for millions of workers across these states. See if your area made the list.

Nearly two dozen states are increasing minimum wage in 2026. Will Texas follow?

More than 20 states will increase their minimum wage this year, boosting paychecks for millions of workers as rising costs ...
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The Gap Between Minimum Wage and the Cost of Living in Every State

In the states where a minimum wage job will get you closest to paying your bills, you’ll still come up about $14,000 short each year. In another state, the gap is $73,000 and you would have to work ...

Minimum wage set to rise in 19 states in 2026. Where does Oklahoma stand?

Oklahoma remains behind several other states on it's journey to higher pay. Here's what to know about the future of minimum ...

Michigan minimum wage to top $13 per hour starting Jan. 1

Beginning Jan. 1, 2026, the minimum wage in Michigan for adult workers will be $13.73 per hour, according to the state ...

How 36-cent minimum wage hike impacts Virginia

Virginians earning minimum wage should see more money in their paychecks after a 36-cent-per-hour increase took effect ...

Florida minimum wage rising to $15 an hour in 2026: Complete timeline and what it means for workers

ORLANDO, Fla. — Florida’s minimum wage is set to increase to $15 per hour in 2026, as a result of Amendment 2 passed by ...