US minimum wages rise July

Short summary

Effective July 1, 2026, numerous US jurisdictions are raising minimum wages, with notable increases in California (healthcare workers rising to $22–$25 depending on facility type), Alaska, DC, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Oregon, and Washington. Florida's minimum wage will rise from $14 to $15 on September 30, 2026. Employers must review jurisdiction-specific rates, which vary by industry, employer size, and region, and update payroll systems accordingly.

• •Multiple US jurisdictions raise minimum wage effective July 1, 2026
• •California healthcare workers see increases to $22–$25; hotel workers to $25–$26.50
• •Employers must audit all jurisdiction-specific rates and update payroll by effective dates

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