Virginia Minimum Wage 2026 and 2027

As of October 16, 2026, the minimum wage in Virginia is $12.77 per hour, in effect since January 1, 2026. It is set by Code of Virginia section 40.1-28.10 (2026 HB 1 / SB 1) and administered by the Virginia Department of Labor and Industry (DOLI).

Maintained by Archie Chang · Rates and sources checked October 16, 2026 · Methodology & sources

Current rate (October 16, 2026)

$12.77

in effect since January 1, 2026

2027 rate

$13.75

Effective January 1, 2027

Compared with federal $7.25

$5.52 higher

Federal and state rules both apply

Virginia minimum wage in 2027

$13.75 per hour from January 1, 2027, up $0.98 (7.7 percent).

The Code of Virginia sets $13.75 on January 1, 2027 (and $15.00 on January 1, 2028) after the 2026 legislation signed by Governor Spanberger.

Virginia uses statutory steps through 2028; from January 1, 2029 the Commissioner adjusts the rate annually using the Consumer Price Index.

What changed in Virginia

The $12.77 rate has been in effect since January 1, 2026 and did not change during 2026.

Virginia minimum wage pay calculator

Weekly pay
$510.80
Monthly pay
$2,213.47
Yearly pay
$26,561.60
Overtime rate (1.5x)
$19.16 per hour

Gross pay before taxes at $12.77 per hour in Virginia, 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 Virginia in 2026?

As of October 16, 2026, the minimum wage in Virginia is $12.77 per hour for most adult, non-tipped employees. The $12.77 rate has been in effect since January 1, 2026 and did not change during 2026.

Will the Virginia minimum wage go up in 2027?

The Code of Virginia sets $13.75 on January 1, 2027 (and $15.00 on January 1, 2028) after the 2026 legislation signed by Governor Spanberger.

Does Virginia have local minimum wages?

Virginia's page is based on the statewide rate. Cities or counties may have their own rules where state law allows it, and employers must pay the highest rate that applies.

Not legal advice. This page covers the general hourly minimum for most adult, non-tipped employees. Tipped, youth, training, student, agricultural, small-employer and industry-specific wages follow different rules. Employers must pay the highest rate that applies, whether it is federal, state or local. Confirm your rate with your state labor agency or the U.S. Department of Labor.

Sources for Virginia

Sources checked October 16, 2026.

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