Oregon Minimum Wage (2026)
Oregon’s minimum wage is $15.55 — $8.30 above the federal $7.25, effective July 1, 2026. Tipped: no tip credit — tipped workers get the full minimum. Next change: CPI-indexed adjustment scheduled for July 1, 2027.
The minimum wage in Oregon is $15.55/hour in 2026 (effective July 1, 2026).
- Minimum wage$15.55
- Tipped minimumFull minimum (no tip credit)
- Next scheduled changeCPI-indexed adjustment on July 1, 2027
- Full-time annual (40 hrs/wk)$32,344
Source: state labor department / U.S. DOL, verified July 2026.
Scheduled future increases
| Effective date | New rate |
|---|---|
| July 1, 2027 | CPI-indexed adjustment |
These are enacted in statute or triggered by indexing law — not proposals.
Local minimum wages above the state rate
| Locality | 2026 minimum |
|---|---|
| Portland metro (urban growth boundary) | $16.80 |
Local ordinances control for work performed within their boundaries, even for out-of-town employers.
Oregon vs. neighboring states
| State | Minimum wage | vs. Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | $17.13 | +$1.58 |
| Idaho | $7.25 | −$8.30 |
| Nevada | $12.00 | −$3.55 |
| California | $16.90 | +$1.35 |
Oregon minimum wage history
| Year | Rate |
|---|---|
| 2026 | $15.55 |
| 2025 | $15.05 |
| 2024 | $14.70 |
| 2023 | $14.20 |
| 2022 | $13.50 |
| 2021 | $12.75 |
| 2020 | $12.00 |
| 2019 | $11.25 |
| 2018 | $10.75 |
| 2017 | $10.25 |
| 2016 | $9.75 |
| 2015 | $9.25 |
| 2014 | $9.10 |
| 2013 | $8.95 |
| 2012 | $8.80 |
| 2011 | $8.50 |
| 2010 | $8.40 |
| 2009 | $8.40 |
| 2008 | $7.95 |
| 2007 | $7.80 |
| 2006 | $7.50 |
| 2005 | $7.25 |
| 2004 | $7.05 |
| 2003 | $6.90 |
| 2002 | $6.50 |
| 2001 | $6.50 |
| 2000 | $6.50 |
Historical rates from the U.S. DOL year-by-year tables (January snapshots; mid-year changes appear in the following year’s row).
Carve-outs & details
Three regional tiers effective 7-1-2026 (BOLI): standard $15.55, Portland metro $16.80 (standard +$1.25), non-urban counties $14.55 (standard -$1.00). current_rate = standard statewide baseline. Tip credits illegal (tipped = full rate). Adjusts each July 1 by CPI-U. History 2016-2026 follows Oregon's July-effective rate per year (BOLI schedule; 2017 shown as $10.25 July rate rather than DOL's $9.75 January figure).
Frequently asked questions
What is minimum wage in Oregon in 2026?
$15.55 per hour, effective July 1, 2026, which is $8.30 above the federal $7.25.
What is the tipped minimum wage in Oregon?
Tipped workers must be paid the full state minimum before tips — Oregon does not allow a tip credit.
When does Oregon's minimum wage go up next?
CPI-indexed adjustment takes effect July 1, 2027.
How much is full-time minimum wage in Oregon per year?
At 40 hours/week for 52 weeks, $15.55/hour is $32,344 per year before taxes.
Sources & methodology
Sources: Oregon labor department · U.S. DOL consolidated table · U.S. DOL historical tables.
Verified against the state labor agency and U.S. DOL, July 2026. Wage law has industry- and size-specific exceptions; confirm your situation with the state agency.