Three states and the District of Columbia increased their minimum wages July 1, 2022
| State | Previous minimum | New minimum wage as of July 1, 2022 | Amount of change | Type of increase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | $13.00 | $14.00 | $1.00 | Legislation |
| Washington, D.C. | $15.20 | $16.10 | $0.90 | Inflation adjustment |
| Nevada | $9.75 | $10.50 | $0.75 | Legislation |
| Oregon (Portland urban growth boundary) | $14.50 | $14.75 | $0.25 | Legislation |
| Oregon (nonurban counties) | $12.00 | $12.50 | $0.50 | Legislation |
| Oregon (balance of state) | $12.75 | $13.50 | $0.75 | Legislation |
Notes: “Legislation” indicates that the new rate was established by the legislature. “Ballot measure” indicates the new rate was set by a ballot initiative passed by voters. “Inflation adjustment” indicates that the new rate was established by a formula, reflecting the change in prices over the preceding year.
Source: EPI compilation of minimum wage data from state and local agency websites, state legislation, and local ordinances.