2025 Minimum Wage Increases By State And City. Key updates include michigan, alaska, and missouri increases. This incremental approach helps businesses adjust to wage increases over time.

With the exception of the district of columbia — where the current minimum wage is $17.50 — the state of washington will have the highest minimum hourly rate of $16.66 in 2025. Hourly minimum wages increased in 21 states in 2025, mostly due to ongoing efforts to have pay keep up with the rising cost of living.