Oregon minimum wage
Minimum wage in Oregon, in effect since July 1, 2026
$15.55 an hour
That is $8.30 above the federal minimum of $7.25. Employers in Oregon pay the higher state rate.
The rate differs by employer type; see the table below.
Next increase: none announced as of October 9, 2026. Adjusted each July 1 for inflation (CPI). The next change is July 1, 2027.
Rates by employer
| Employer or category | Hourly minimum | Tipped cash wage |
|---|---|---|
| Portland metro (inside the urban growth boundary) | $16.80 | $16.80 |
| Standard counties | $15.55 | $15.55 |
| Nonurban counties | $14.55 | $14.55 |
Tipped employees
Oregon doesn't allow a tip credit. Tipped employees must get the full $15.55 an hour from the employer, and tips are on top.
Youth and training wages
Minors get the same minimum wage as adults. No training wage is allowed.
How future increases are set
Adjusted each July 1 for inflation (CPI). The next change is July 1, 2027.
Exceptions and details
- Rates run July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027.
- Tip credits are illegal in Oregon.
- Workers are generally paid the rate for the county where they work 50% or more of their hours.
Cities and counties with a higher minimum wage
These places in Oregon set their own minimum wage. Employers there pay the local rate.
| Place | Minimum wage | Next change |
|---|---|---|
| Nonurban Oregon counties | $14.55 | — |
| Portland Metro | $16.80 | — |
Common questions
- What is the minimum wage in Oregon?
- $15.55 an hour, in effect since July 1, 2026.
- What is the tipped minimum wage in Oregon?
- Oregon doesn't allow a tip credit, so tipped employees get the full $15.55 an hour before tips.
- When does the Oregon minimum wage go up?
- No increase had been announced as of October 9, 2026.
- Do any cities or counties in Oregon have a higher minimum wage?
- Yes: Nonurban Oregon counties ($14.55), Portland Metro ($16.80).
Running payroll in Oregon?
Recent changes
Last verified against the official source on October 9, 2026.
No changes recorded since we started tracking this page.
Sources
- Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) · data as of July 1, 2026 · last checked October 9, 2026
We copy figures from official sources and re-check them against the source before every update. See our methodology. This is general information, not legal advice.