In 2025, over 20 U.S. states will update their minimum wage rates, with significant increases in many states like Michigan, New York, and Washington. Some states are reaching the $15 per hour benchmark, such as Delaware, Illinois, and Rhode Island. Meanwhile, ballot measures in California and Missouri could lead to additional wage hikes. Employers need to stay informed about these changes, which vary by state and can be influenced by local ordinances and other factors such as industry-specific rates and tipped employee wages. Click here for article.
Wage Increases: Over 20 states will raise their minimum wage rates on January 1, 2025, including significant hikes in Michigan, New York, and Washington.
$15 Minimum Wage: Delaware, Illinois, and Rhode Island will reach the $15 per hour threshold in 2025.
Ballot Measures: California and Missouri are considering ballot measures that could further increase wages, especially for large employers.
Complex Compliance: Employers with operations across multiple states must monitor not just state-level changes but also local minimum wage ordinances and specific industry rates.
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