Oregon Minimum Wage 2026 and 2027
As of October 16, 2026, the minimum wage in Oregon is $15.55 per hour, in effect since July 1, 2026. It is set by ORS 653.025 and administered by the Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI). The rate depends on location: $15.55 is the standard rate, $16.80 applies in the Portland metro area (inside the urban growth boundary) and $14.55 in nonurban counties.
Maintained by Archie Chang · Rates and sources checked October 16, 2026 · Methodology & sources
Current rate (October 16, 2026)
$15.55
in effect since July 1, 2026
2027 rate
Not announced yet
Indexed to inflation
Compared with federal $7.25
$8.30 higher
Federal and state rules both apply
Oregon minimum wage in 2027
Not announced yet.
BOLI calculates the next inflation adjustment by April 30, 2027, effective July 1, 2027. It has not been announced as of October 16, 2026.
Each July 1 the standard rate rises by the March-to-March Consumer Price Index change, rounded to the nearest five cents; the Portland metro and nonurban tiers keep fixed differences from the standard rate.
Regional and local rates in Oregon
Oregon has three tiers. Standard applies in most counties, Portland metro is $1.25 higher inside the urban growth boundary, and nonurban counties are $1.00 lower. Nonurban counties are Baker, Coos, Crook, Curry, Douglas, Gilliam, Grant, Harney, Jefferson, Klamath, Lake, Malheur, Morrow, Sherman, Umatilla, Union, Wallowa and Wheeler.
| Group | Current rate | 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard (most counties) | $15.55 | Not announced |
| Portland metro (inside the urban growth boundary) | $16.80 | Not announced |
| Nonurban counties | $14.55 | Not announced |
Cities and counties may set higher local minimums where state law allows it. Employers must pay the highest rate that applies.
What changed in Oregon
Oregon changed its minimum wage during the period shown here. The rate in effect on January 1, 2026 was $15.05 (since July 1, 2025), and it moved to $15.55 on July 1, 2026.
- July 1, 2025$15.05
- July 1, 2026$15.55
Oregon minimum wage pay calculator
- Weekly pay
- $622.00
- Monthly pay
- $2,695.33
- Yearly pay
- $32,344.00
- Overtime rate (1.5x)
- $23.33 per hour
Gross pay before taxes at $15.55 per hour in Oregon, paid straight time for every hour you enter. Overtime rules differ by state and employee, so use the overtime calculator when you work more than 40 hours a week.
Working more than 40 hours? Try the overtime pay calculator. Paid for a holiday? Use the holiday pay calculator.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Oregon in 2026?
As of October 16, 2026, the minimum wage in Oregon is $15.55 per hour, in effect since July 1, 2026. It is set by ORS 653.025 and administered by the Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI). The rate depends on location: $15.55 is the standard rate, $16.80 applies in the Portland metro area (inside the urban growth boundary) and $14.55 in nonurban counties.
Will the Oregon minimum wage go up in 2027?
BOLI calculates the next inflation adjustment by April 30, 2027, effective July 1, 2027. It has not been announced as of October 16, 2026.
Does Oregon have local minimum wages?
Oregon has three tiers. Standard applies in most counties, Portland metro is $1.25 higher inside the urban growth boundary, and nonurban counties are $1.00 lower. Nonurban counties are Baker, Coos, Crook, Curry, Douglas, Gilliam, Grant, Harney, Jefferson, Klamath, Lake, Malheur, Morrow, Sherman, Umatilla, Union, Wallowa and Wheeler.
Sources for Oregon
Sources checked October 16, 2026.
Compare with similar states
- Arizona$15.15
- Colorado$15.16
- Hawaii$16.00
- New Jersey$15.92
- New York$16.00
- Rhode Island$16.00