Minimum Wage Washington 2025 Increase. Among states, washington has had the highest minimum wage for several years running. Tumwater — washington’s minimum wage will rise to $16.66 an hour next year, a 2.35 percent increase over 2024.

Starting january 1, 2025, washington’s minimum wage will increase to $16.66 per hour, reflecting a 2.35 percent rise from 2024. Among states, washington has had the highest minimum wage for several years running.