(NEXSTAR) — While the federal minimum wage has been unchanged since 2009, more than 20 states are set to see an increase in 2025.
After the new rates take effect, nearly a dozen states will have minimum hourly wages at or above $15 statewide.
Another 21 states will see no increase. And in all but one, the minimum wage matches or falls below the federal rate of $7.25 an hour.
Which states are raising minimum wages?
Effective January 1, 2025, the minimum wage will rise in 21 states. In Oregon and Florida, wage hikes are expected in July and September , respectively. The District of Columbia will also likely see an increase come July.
Your paycheck may be larger in 2025, even if you don’t get a raise
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. California, Connecticut, New Jersey, and New York will also continue to offer above $15 an hour. In Delaware, Illinois , and Rhode Island, the statewide minimum hourly rate will reach $15 for the first time.