Select a state to see the minimum wage, real cleaning-industry wage benchmarks, and how far that pay actually goes based on local cost of living.
Data as of August 2026 · We update this tool as wages change — bookmark it and check back.
Minimum wage isn't static — several states have scheduled or expected increases coming. Check back here as new rates are confirmed.
| State | Current | Changing To | Effective | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | $14.00 | $15.00 | Sept 30, 2026 | Confirmed |
| Alaska | $14.00 | $15.00 | July 1, 2027 | Scheduled (voter-approved) |
| Arizona, Colorado, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington | Varies | Inflation-indexed | Jan 1, 2027 | Rate not yet published |
| Oregon | $15.55 (standard) | Inflation-indexed | July 1, 2027 | Rate not yet published |
These are the changes we're tracking as of August 2026. Inflation-indexed states typically publish their new rate in the fall for the following year — we'll update this table as each one is confirmed.
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