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Florida Raises Minimum Wage to $15, Effective Sept. 30

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For nearly two decades, Carol Warner has analyzed the legal and financial realities behind workplace decisions, covering employment law, benefits, payroll and HR technology. She translates complex legal updates, regulatory shifts and vendor claims into plain language that HR teams can act on. Her focus is simple: What does this mean for employers, and what should they do next? Connect with her on LinkedIn.

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On Sept. 30, 2026, Florida’s minimum wage increased to $15 an hour, from $14 an hour. The minimum cash wage for tipped employees rose to $11.98 an hour, from $10.98.

The increase marked the final $1 annual increase required under the constitutional amendment voters approved in 2020.

Employers should update payroll systems and wage-rate tables to reflect the new statewide rates.

Going forward, Florida will adjust its minimum wage for inflation rather than by a set dollar amount. The first such adjustment will be calculated in 2027 and take effect in 2028.

More info: Florida Commerce

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