The real value of the federal minimum wage ($7.25/hour) has declined steadily since it was last raised 15 years ago.

As discussions around increasing it continue, several states have taken matters into their own hands—by implementing and raising state minimum wages.

We map out the U.S. states that pay more than the federal minimum wage and list their minimums. Data for this graphic is sourced from the Federal Reserve, as of 2024.

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