Tukwila Minimum Wage 2026
The minimum wage in Tukwila, WA is $21.10/hr ($4.44 above the $16.66 Washington state minimum). Tukwila voters passed the Raise the Wage ordinance in 2022, phasing in one of the highest local minimums in the US.
Tukwila vs. Washington vs. federal
Tukwila sets a higher floor than Washington law ($16.66/hr statewide) and well above the federal minimum of $7.25/hr. When city, state, and federal minimums differ, employers must pay the highest rate for hours worked inside Tukwila city limits. Workers earning at the Tukwila minimum make $13.85 more per hour than the federal floor.
What this means for hiring in Tukwila
A higher local wage means every hour of a bad hire costs more. The cost of replacing an hourly worker typically runs 30% of first-year wages, and in Tukwila that number sits well above what it would be elsewhere in Washington. That's why employers here are moving away from resume-only screening toward seeing real proof of skill before they bring someone on.
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FAQ
What is the minimum wage in Tukwila?+
$21.10 per hour as of 2026-07-26. Tukwila voters passed the Raise the Wage ordinance in 2022, phasing in one of the highest local minimums in the US.
Is Tukwila's minimum wage higher than Washington's state minimum?+
Yes. Tukwila requires $21.10/hr, compared to $16.66/hr statewide. The higher rate applies to work performed within city limits.
What is the tipped minimum wage in Tukwila?+
Tukwila requires the full local minimum for tipped workers, before tips.
Is Tukwila's minimum wage going up?+
No scheduled increases at this time.
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Other city minimum wages
Cities where the local minimum exceeds the state rate. Also see the full state wage index.