Virginia’s Minimum Wage Is Going up Again in 2026

Virginia’s minimum wage is going up again in 2026

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- Eligible Virginians who make the current minimum wage should see a pay bump in 2026 -- and there may be even more to come. In accordance with existing state law, the state's minimum wage is set to increase on Jan. 1, 2026. Starting that day, employers will be required to pay the majority of Virginia's employees $12.77 an hour. This is a 36-cent increase over the current minimum wage, which is $12.41. Not all Virginians ar…

Virginia to have new laws in 2026 year including minimum wage increase

Virginia's new laws for 2026 focus on consumer protection, health, and labor, including a minimum wage hike to $12.77/hour, stricter baby food heavy metal limits, stronger data privacy under the CDPA, required insurance coverage for breast/prostate screenings, and new rules…