Tukwila Minimum Wage (2026)

$21.65 per hour · City ordinance effective 2026-01-01 +$4.52 vs WA state

At a glance

Current rate	$21.65/hour
Effective date	2026-01-01
Full-time annual	$45,032
Washington state rate	$17.13 (local is higher — local applies)

Employers with 15+ employees worldwide (if any worked in Tukwila), or $2M+ gross revenue in city, or franchisees.

What is the minimum wage in Tukwila?

$21.65 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 Tukwila.

Does the Tukwila rate apply to all employers?

Employers with 15+ employees worldwide (if any worked in Tukwila), or $2M+ gross revenue in city, or franchisees.

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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