In total, 88 jurisdictions — including 22 states and 66 cities and counties — are slated to increase their minimum wages at some point in 2026, according to a recent report from the National ...

Twenty-two states will raise their minimum wage in 2026, while 20 states will remain at the $7.25 federal minimum wage.

Millions of Americans who earn minimum wage are due to see increases in their paychecks. Nineteen states have raised their ...

If a significant number of people rely on minimum-wage jobs, Connecticut has an unhealthy economy or an unskilled workforce.

In 19 states, minimum wage workers will see a boost in their pay starting Jan. 1, 2026. When minimum wage increases, it often ...

This year, for the first time, more Americans will earn a minimum wage of $15 per hour or higher than will earn the federal ...