Minimum wage in Virginia
$12.77 an hour, per the U.S. Department of Labor. Full time (2,080 hours) that is $26,562 a year before tax (our calculation). Rises to $13.75 on Jan 1, 2027 and $15.00 on Jan 1, 2028
Note: Rises to $13.75 on Jan 1, 2027 and $15.00 on Jan 1, 2028
Minimum wage
$12.77
an hour
A year, full time
$26,562
A month
$2,213
Rank
29 of 51
1 = lowest; +76% vs U.S.
| State | Minimum wage | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | $12.00 | 27 |
| New Mexico | $12.00 | 28 |
| Virginia | $12.77 | 29 |
| Michigan | $13.73 | 30 |
| Alaska | $14.00 | 31 |
| U.S. | $7.25 | - |
Common questions
What is the minimum wage in Virginia?
$12.77 an hour, per the U.S. Department of Labor. Full time (2,080 hours) that is $26,562 a year before tax (our calculation). Rises to $13.75 on Jan 1, 2027 and $15.00 on Jan 1, 2028
How does Virginia's minimum wage compare?
Virginia ranks 29 of 51 (1 = lowest). The federal minimum is $7.25 an hour.
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