The U.S. Federal minimum wage has not increased since July 2009, as such, many states, cities, or counties have decided to vote into law, their own increase in the minimum wage. Some states have decided to gradually increase their minimum wage to $15.00/hour over the course of several years. While the majority of increases occur at the beginning of the year, others wage increases begin mid-year, starting July 1.
An overview of the states, cities, or counties which have minimum wage increases beginning July 1, 2018 include:
- California – Not statewide; increases in the following cities:
- Emeryville
- Los Angeles City
- Los Angeles County, Unincorporated
- Malibu
- Milpitas
- San Francisco
- San Leandro
- Santa Monica
- Illinois – Not statewide, two local jurisdictions:
- Chicago
- Cook County
- Maryland – Not statewide; one county:
- Montgomery County
- Minnesota – Not statewide:
- City of Minneapolis
- Oregon – State law change; varies by area: General, Urban, and Nonurban
- Washington D.C.
For more detailed information click here: MINIMUM WAGE CHART. Review the tab for California to review specific city increases.
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