Minimum wages are set to rise in 22 U.S. states and 66 cities and counties next year, even as the federal baseline wage remains at $7.25.

Since 2009, the federal minimum wage has been $7.25 an hour. A bill introduced by Rep. Al Green (D-Texas) would have increased that rate to $10.59 an hour on January 1, 2026, while another by Sen.

Here’s a list of the US states raising their minimum wages in 2026, with most changes scheduled to take place immediately on January 1.

On Jan. 1, 2026, the minimum wage will increase in 19 states and 49 cities and counties, with an additional four states and ...

In 2026, the minimum wage will increase in 22 states. Find out what is happening in your state in our interactive graphics.