Oregon Minimum Wage (2026)
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Oregon's minimum wage is $15.05 an hour in 2026. Oregon's standard rate is $15.05, with $16.30 in the Portland metro and $14.05 in non-urban counties; it adjusts each July 1.
Oregon minimum wage vs. the federal minimum
The federal minimum wage is $7.25 an hour. Oregon's effective minimum is $15.05 — $7.80 above the federal floor. Where state and federal minimums differ, employers must pay whichever is higher.
Minimum-wage pay & overtime
At $15.05 an hour, overtime (1.5×) is $22.58 per hour. 1.5× after 40 hours/week; certain manufacturing has daily overtime after 10 hours/day. Run your own numbers with the Oregon overtime calculator or convert it to a yearly figure with the salary to hourly calculator.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Oregon in 2026?
The minimum wage in Oregon is $15.05 per hour as of 2026. Oregon's standard rate is $15.05, with $16.30 in the Portland metro and $14.05 in non-urban counties; it adjusts each July 1.
How much is Oregon's minimum wage per year?
At $15.05 an hour, full-time (40 hours a week, 52 weeks) is about $31,304 a year before taxes, or $602 a week.
Is Oregon's minimum wage higher than the federal minimum?
Yes. Oregon's $15.05 is above the federal minimum of $7.25. When state and federal minimums differ, employers must pay the higher rate.
What is overtime pay on Oregon's minimum wage?
Overtime is 1.5× your regular rate, so a minimum-wage worker at $15.05 earns $22.58 per overtime hour. 1.5× after 40 hours/week; certain manufacturing has daily overtime after 10 hours/day.
Rate as of January 2026, from the U.S. Department of Labor. Cities and counties may set higher local minimums, and rates change — confirm with your state labor office. General information, not legal or payroll advice.
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