Florida’s minimum wage will increase from $12 to $13 per hour starting September 30, 2024.
This increase in Florida’s minimum wage is part of the phased implementation of Amendment 2, approved by voters in November 2020, which sets the minimum wage to reach $15 per hour by 2026.
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The increases take place every September 30. Future raises after 2026 will be adjusted according to annual inflation. It’s important to note that this increase does not apply to tipped workers; their minimum wage also rose this year, increasing from $7.98 to $8.98 per hour.
Why Doesn’t Florida’s Minimum Wage Increase Take Effect in January?
- Voter decision: When Florida voters approved Amendment 2 in 2020, it was established that minimum wage increases would be gradual and occur every year on September 30.
- Reasons for this date: The exact reason for choosing this specific date is unknown, but it may be related to administrative, accounting, or simply the intention to establish a clear annual reference point.
Florida Minimum Wage Increase Schedule
| Year | Minimum wage per hour |
|---|---|
| 2021 | $10 |
| 2022 | $11 |
| 2023 | $12 |
| 2024 | $13 |
| 2025 | $14 |
| 2026 | $15 |
Starting in 2027: The minimum wage will be adjusted annually based on inflation.
Key Points to Remember:
- Annual increases: Florida’s minimum wage will increase by one dollar each year until it reaches $15 in 2026.
- Fixed date: The increases will always take effect on September 30.
- Tipped workers: Tipped workers have a lower base minimum wage but also receive tips. Their increases also follow a specific schedule.
- Inflation adjustment: Starting in 2027, the minimum wage will be adjusted annually to account for inflation.
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