Effective January 1, 2025, all Seattle businesses must pay employees at least $20.76 per hour. This new minimum wage applies citywide and eliminates tip credits and employer-provided medical benefit deductions for small businesses.
The Minimum Wage Ordinance ensures annual adjustments based on inflation, as measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI-W). For 2024, large employers currently pay $19.97/hour, while small employers paying medical benefits or including tips offer $17.25/hour. Starting in 2025, all businesses will adhere to the $20.76/hour rate, regardless of size.
For complete details, visit the OLS website. Employers are encouraged to review these changes to ensure compliance with Seattle labor laws.
