Virginia Minimum Wage 2026: $12.77/hr

Last updated: June 2026 — Source: Virginia Department of Labor

Virginia has its own minimum wage law. The state rate of $12.77/hr applies to most covered employees.

Minimum Wage

$12.77

per hour

Tipped Wage

$2.13

per hour (cash wage)

Effective Date

2026-01-01

Virginia Overtime Rules

Weekly overtime threshold 40 hours
State overtime law Yes — state law

Virginia enacted its own overtime law (Virginia Overtime Wage Act, effective July 2021). Requires 1.5x for hours over 40 per week. Covers employees not covered by FLSA.

Additional Information

Virginia adjusts annually for CPI starting 2026. Reached $12.41 in 2025, then $12.77 in 2026. Tipped minimum cash wage follows the federal rate of $2.13/hr.

Official source: Virginia Department of Labor · Overtime: state labor standards

Data sourced from official state labor department websites and the US Department of Labor (dol.gov). Last updated: June 2026. Calculator results are estimates for informational purposes only. For disputes involving unpaid wages or wrongful termination, consult a licensed employment attorney in your state.

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