Virginia Minimum Wage 2026 & 2027
The Virginia minimum wage is $12.77 an hour as of 2026-10-25, rising to $13.75 on January 1, 2027. Full time, that is about $26,562 a year.
Virginia minimum wage rates
| Hourly rate | |
|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 | $12.77 |
| January 1, 2027 | $13.75 |
| Tipped workers (cash wage) | $2.13 |
| Federal minimum | $7.25 |
Earnings at $12.77 an hour
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Per week (40 hours) | $511 |
| Per month | $2,213 |
| Per year (2,080 hours) | $26,562 |
| Take-home per month after federal tax & FICA | $1,957 |
Details
- Va. Code 40.1-28.10 (HB 1/SB 1, signed 2026-04-09): $13.75 on 2027-01-01, $15.00 on 2028-01-01, CPI-U indexed from 2029.
- Farm workers covered by state minimum from 2027-01-01.
Sources: law.lis.virginia.gov · dol.gov · dol.gov
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Virginia in 2026?
$12.77 an hour as of 2026-10-25.
Will the Virginia minimum wage go up in 2027?
Yes. It rises to $13.75 on January 1, 2027.
What is the tipped minimum wage in Virginia?
$2.13 an hour in cash wages; tips must make up the difference to the full minimum wage.
How much is $12.77 an hour per year?
$26,562 a year at 40 hours a week, or about $2,213 a month before taxes.