In the Great Lakes region, Michigan ranks third, behind $16 an hour in New York and $15 an hour in Illinois. Indiana and ...

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

On Thursday, Jan. 1, the state of California increased its minimum wage by 40 cents, bringing it to $16.90 per hour. That’s ...

Four of Iowa's neighbors raised their minimum wage at the start of 2026. See how Iowa's minimum wage compares.

In 2026, nearly two dozen U.S. states will raise their minimum wage, benefiting millions of workers as living costs continue ...

“If you think the cost of living in the Virgin Islands is high today, wait until we implement the increase in minimum wage.” ...

Massachusetts is one of the only states in New England that isn't seeing an immediate minimum wage increase in 2026. But if ...

Minnesota's minimum wage is set to increase Jan. 1. The North Star State is slated to increase its minimum wage to $11.41 an ...

Nebraska's minimum wage increased to $15 an hour on Jan. 1, according to the state Department of Labor. In 2022, Nebraska ...

For employers, paying a living wage can feel like a burden. However, paying a living wage can be a powerful investment that ...

Missouri workers are starting 2026 with a higher minimum wage, as voter-approved "Proposition A" goes into effect.

But even accounting for such variances, it’s clear that any reasonable assessments of living wages in Texas cities, including ...