Washington Minimum Wage Calculator
2026Washington minimum wage is $17.13/hr. Convert between hourly, weekly, monthly, and annual pay.
Written and reviewed by Konstantin Iakovlev · Methodology · Updated
Washington Minimum Wage
$17.13/hr
$9.88 above the federal minimum wage of $7.25/hr
Hourly Rate
$24.04
Monthly Pay
$4,166.67
Annual Salary
$50,000.00
Pay Breakdown
| Hourly | $24.04 |
| Daily (8 hrs) | $192.31 |
| Weekly | $961.54 |
| Biweekly | $1,923.08 |
| Monthly | $4,166.67 |
| Annual | $50,000.00 |
Disclaimer: This calculator is for informational purposes only and does not constitute tax, financial, or legal advice. Results are estimates based on the information you provide and current rates. Always consult a qualified tax professional or financial advisor for advice specific to your situation.
What's the minimum wage in Washington?
Washington sets its minimum wage above the federal floor of $7.25/hr at $17.13/hr (2026). Employers must pay the higher of the two — federal vs. state — when both apply.
Some local jurisdictions and large employers may pay more than the state minimum: cities like Seattle, San Francisco, New York City, and Washington DC have their own higher wage floors, and many large retailers and fast-food chains have raised internal starting wages to $15–$18/hr regardless of state law. Tipped employees may have a lower direct cash wage as long as tips bring total earnings up to the standard minimum; if not, the employer must make up the difference.
Use the calculator above to convert between hourly, weekly, monthly, and annual figures — useful for budgeting, comparing job offers, or understanding how an hourly raise translates to gross income. For overtime (hours above 40/week), most non-exempt employees earn 1.5× their regular rate; some states (CA, AK, NV, CO) require overtime above 8 hours/day as well.
Washington minimum wage: tipped, youth, and indexing rules
- Tipped wage
- $16.66/hour (no tip credit)
- Youth/training wage
- $14.16/hour (85% of standard for under 16)
- Next scheduled change
- Annual CPI-W indexing each January 1 (Initiative 1433 of 2016)
Washington's minimum wage of $16.66/hour (2026) is indexed annually to CPI-W under Initiative 1433 (2016) — among the highest in the country. Seattle has a higher minimum: $20.76 for large employers (501+ employees), $17.71 for small employers with health benefits or tip credit. SeaTac Airport-area workers earn $20.76. Washington is one of seven states with no tip credit. Workers under 16 earn $14.16/hour (85% of standard).
Washington Wage & Rate Details (2026)
| State Minimum Wage | $17.13/hr |
| Tipped Minimum Wage | $17.13/hr |
| Federal Minimum Wage | $7.25/hr |
| Difference from Federal | +$9.88/hr |
| Weekly Pay (40 hrs) | $685.20 |
| Monthly Pay (est.) | $2969.20 |
| Annual Pay (2,080 hrs) | $35,630.40 |
Minimum wage — frequently asked questions
What is the Washington minimum wage in 2026?
Washington's state minimum wage is $16.66/hour in 2026 — among the highest in the country — indexed annually to CPI-W under Initiative 1433 (2016). Seattle has a higher minimum: $20.76/hour for large employers (501+ employees) and $17.71 for small employers with health benefits or tip credit. SeaTac airport-area workers earn $20.76. Washington allows no tip credit — tipped workers earn the full state minimum on top of any tips.
What is the Seattle minimum wage in 2026?
Seattle's minimum wage is $20.76/hour for large employers (501+ employees) in 2026, and $17.71/hour for small employers (500 or fewer employees) — provided the small employer pays at least $2.72/hour toward medical benefits or the employee earns at least $2.72/hour in tips. Otherwise small employers must pay the full $20.76. SeaTac (Sea-Tac Airport area) also sets $20.76 for hospitality and transportation workers. Both indexes annually to CPI.
Does Washington have a tip credit for restaurant workers?
No — Washington is one of seven states with no tip credit. Tipped workers must be paid the full state minimum wage of $16.66/hour (or city minimum where higher) before any tips. This is in contrast to the federal $2.13 tipped minimum and most southern/midwestern states. Washington's no-tip-credit rule has been in place since long before Initiative 1433. Restaurants cannot count tips toward the minimum wage requirement.