According to The Economic Policy Institute, there are 30 states (plus DC) where the minimum is higher than the federal wage, and a few localities that also have higher rates (though it looks like only Birmingham, AL is in a state that sticks to $7.25). So I guess I'm not shocked at this -- even in the remaining 20 states, there's got to be a push to increase those wages, especially given inflation's impact on groceries and rent.
According to The Economic Policy Institute, there are 30 states (plus DC) where the minimum is higher than the federal wage, and a few localities that also have higher rates (though it looks like only Birmingham, AL is in a state that sticks to $7.25). So I guess I'm not shocked at this -- even in the remaining 20 states, there's got to be a push to increase those wages, especially given inflation's impact on groceries and rent.