Washington Minimum Wage 2024 Washington State Per Hour. For the second year in a row, washington has the highest statewide minimum wage in the country. Washington's minimum wage will increase to $16.28 per hour beginning january 1, 2024, according to the washington state department of labor and industries.
Washington employers must pay most employees at least the minimum wage for every hour worked. The state minimum wage applies to workers age 16 and older.