The Federal minimum wage is $7.25/hour; however, most states and some municipal governments have set their own minimum wages, as high as $21 to $30/hour.
How many workers earn only the Federal minimum wage?
Grok cites a figure of just 1.1% earn the minimum wage – or less. How can they earn less? There are some exceptions in the law such as for tipped workers (restaurants), certain positions employing those with disabilities, under special permits, and some other exceptions.
87% of workers are estimated to earn at least $15 per hour; this is up from about 70% in 2022.
