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As of September 2025, the only statewide minimum wage increase taking effect this month is in Florida.
Most other states make their changes on January 1 or July 1, so September is a quieter period for statewide updates.
Below is a simple, real-world guide so employers and workers know what actually changes now—and what to watch next.
What Changes In September 2025
- Florida: The statewide minimum wage rises to $14.00/hour on September 30, 2025. The tipped cash wage moves to $10.98/hour, with the typical tip credit making up the difference so workers still reach $14.00 in total. Florida follows a voter-approved plan that steps up by $1 each September 30 until it reaches $15.00 in 2026.
- Other states: No other statewide increases start in September 2025. Many already adjusted earlier this year or will do so on January 1, 2026.
Why Only Florida Moves In September
Florida’s increases are built into state law to occur every September 30. After it hits $15.00 in 2026, the state returns to annual inflation indexing.
Most other states follow the calendar year (January) or fiscal/municipal cycles (often July), which is why the September map looks quiet outside Florida.
State-By-State Snapshot: September 2025 Effective Changes
“Yes” below means a statewide rate changes in September 2025. Local city or county rules can be higher and may have their own dates.
| State | September 2025 Statewide Change? | New Rate (If Changed) |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | No | — |
| Alaska | No | — |
| Arizona | No | — |
| Arkansas | No | — |
| Florida | Yes (Sep 30) | $14.00 (tipped cash wage $10.98) |
| California | No | — |
| Colorado | No | — |
| Connecticut | No | — |
| Delaware | No | — |
| Georgia | No | — |
| Hawaii | No | — |
| Idaho | No | — |
| Illinois | No | — |
| Indiana | No | — |
| Iowa | No | — |
| Kansas | No | — |
| Kentucky | No | — |
| Louisiana | No | — |
| Maine | No | — |
| Maryland | No | — |
| Massachusetts | No | — |
| Michigan | No | — |
| Minnesota | No | — |
| Mississippi | No | — |
| Missouri | No | — |
| Montana | No | — |
| Nebraska | No | — |
| Nevada | No | — |
| New Hampshire | No | — |
| New Jersey | No | — |
| New Mexico | No | — |
| New York | No | — |
| North Carolina | No | — |
| North Dakota | No | — |
| Ohio | No | — |
| Oklahoma | No | — |
| Oregon | No | — |
| Pennsylvania | No | — |
| Rhode Island | No | — |
| South Carolina | No | — |
| South Dakota | No | — |
| Tennessee | No | — |
| Texas | No | — |
| Utah | No | — |
| Vermont | No | — |
| Virginia | No | — |
| Washington | No | — |
| West Virginia | No | — |
| Wisconsin | No | — |
| Wyoming | No | — |
What Employers Should Do Now
- Update pay for any Florida staff working hours on or after September 30, 2025, ensuring $14.00/hour (and $10.98 for tipped cash wage with proper tip credit practices).
- Check local ordinances: Cities and counties can set higher minimums than the state. Always pay the highest applicable rate.
- Refresh postings: Replace required workplace posters and update employee handbooks, payroll systems, scheduling tools, and job ads to reflect current minimum wage rules.
What Workers Should Know
- If you’re a tipped worker in Florida, your combined cash wage + tips must reach $14.00/hour. If tips fall short, your employer must make up the difference.
- In any state, if your city has a higher minimum wage than the state, you should be paid the higher local rate.
In September 2025, the nationwide map shows just one statewide change: Florida steps up to $14.00/hour (with a $10.98 tipped cash wage), staying on track for $15.00 in 2026.
While other states don’t move this month, many already adjusted earlier in the year—or will again on January 1.
Whether you’re a business owner or an employee, the smart move is to confirm the highest applicable minimum wage where you operate, including any city or county rules, and make sure your pay practices are fully aligned with the law.
FAQs
Which states raised the minimum wage in September 2025?
Only Florida has a statewide increase in September 2025, moving to $14.00/hour on September 30.
What is the tipped cash wage in Florida after the increase?
The tipped cash wage is $10.98/hour starting September 30, 2025, with tips expected to bring total pay to at least $14.00.
Do local city minimum wages change in September too?
Some cities follow their own schedules, which may differ from the state. Always confirm your local rules—local rates can be higher than state rates.