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Utahminimum wage inWest Virginia
$7.26–$9.99/hr — state minimum just above federal

West Virginia

Minimum Wage
$8.75/hr
Tipped Wage
$2.62/hr

Current State Minimum Wage

West Virginia's minimum wage is $8.75/hr, effective Jan 1, 2015.

Tipped Workers & Tip Credit

Tipped employees in West Virginia receive a base cash wage of $2.62/hr. Employers take a tip credit of $6.13/hr, and tips must bring the total to at least $8.75/hr.

Exemptions & Special Worker Rates

Applies to employers with 6+ employees; tipped employees receive $2.62/hr; small employers (fewer than 6) follow federal rate. Always check the official West Virginia labor department website for the most current exemption details.

Official State Source

For the most current minimum wage information, visit the official West Virginia labor department page at https://labor.wv.gov/minimum-wage/Pages/default.aspx.

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Law last updated: 2015Row last reviewed: Apr 17, 2026

State minimum wage rates change frequently — always verify on the official state labor department site before relying on these figures. Rates reflect 2025–2026 where available. This map shows only the statewide minimum; many cities (Seattle, Denver, NYC, etc.) require higher local rates. Federal minimum wage is $7.25/hr.