Across the United States, states and cities are increasing minimum wages to enable a more sustainable living for residents. Alaska, Connecticut, and Nebraska have recently raised their state minimums. Many cities and counties are also increasing their minimums, often exceeding state levels. Washington and California have localities with the highest minimum wages, all above $20 per hour. Denver and Flagstaff are examples of cities approaching the $20 mark. The Economic Policy Institute reports that 67 localities have adopted minimum wages higher than their states, with more expected to follow by the end of 2025.
, states and cities across the country have been raising their minimum wage s to ensure their residents can make a more sustainable living.their minimums, including Alaska, which now has a minimum of $11.91 per hour; Connecticut, which now has a minimum of $16.35 per hour; and Nebraska, which now has a minimum of $13.50 per hour.
Cities and counties have been slowly raising their minimum wages as well — sometimes considerably higher than their state's. The Economic Policy InstituteHere are the localities with the highest minimum wages according to EPI — they're all in Washington and California . All minimums are close to or over $20 per hour.Other localities around the country are getting close to that $20 mark. Denver, Colorado, currently has a minimum of $18.
Many places also raise their wage floors later in the year, so the U.S. is bound to see even more localities getting closer to $20 per hour by the end of 2025. Expert instructors will teach you how to get started, practical uses, tips for effective prompt-writing, and mistakes to avoid. Pre-register now and use coupon code EARLYBIRD for an introductory discount of 30% off $67
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