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Everett Minimum Wage (2026)
At a glance
| Current rate | $20.77/hour |
| Effective date | 2026-01-01 |
| Full-time annual | $43,202 |
| Washington state rate | $17.13 (local is higher — local applies) |
| Small employer rate | $18.77/hour |
Employer rules
500+ employers (incl. franchises under common control): $20.77. Covered employers (15-499 employees or >$2M gross revenue in Everett): $18.77 Jan 1-Jun 30 2026, rising to $19.77 on Jul 1 2026. 14 or fewer employees under $2M: not covered. Ordinance: EMC Ch. 5.08 (Initiative 24-01, Nov 2024).
FAQ
What is the minimum wage in Everett?
$20.77 per hour since 2026-01-01. This is higher than the WA state minimum ($17.13), so the local rate applies for work performed in Everett.
Does the Everett rate apply to all employers?
Smaller employers may have a lower tier ($18.77/hr). See employer rules above.
Which applies if city and state rates differ?
Employers must pay the highest of federal, state, and local rates for work performed in that jurisdiction.
Official source: everettwa.gov/3287/Minimum-wage · Compare Washington state rate → · Verified 2026-09-15