Washington DC announces increase to minimum wage

Washington DC has announced that its minimum wage will increase to $16.10 from the current rate of $15.20 per hour effective July 1, 2022.

Exceptions:

On July 1, 2022, the cash minimum wage rate for tipped workers will increase from $5.05 to $5.35 per hour. 

Next Steps:

Washington DC employers should pay all non-exempt employees who do not receive tips at least $16.10 per hour beginning July 1, 2022.  On this same date, tipped employees should be paid at least $5.35 per hour in cash wages. Employers should also post an up-to-date minimum wage notice in the workplace.

For a copy of the announcement which includes a link to the minimum wage notice please click on the link provided below.

https://does.dc.gov/service/office-wage-hour-compliance-0

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