Burien Minimum Wage (2026)

$21.63 per hour · City ordinance effective 2026-01-01 +$4.50 vs WA state

At a glance

Current rate	$21.63/hour
Effective date	2026-01-01
Full-time annual	$44,990
Washington state rate	$17.13 (local is higher — local applies)
Small employer rate	$20.63/hour

500+ employers: $21.63. 21-499 employers: $20.63. 20 or fewer: not covered.

What is the minimum wage in Burien?

$21.63 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 Burien.

Does the Burien rate apply to all employers?

Smaller employers may have a lower tier ($20.63/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.

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