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Need help estimating net pay? Use our free paycheck calculator to figure out wages, tax withholdings, deductions for salaried employees and hourly employees in Washington.

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Washington Payroll Tax & Labor Laws

Explore key payroll tax and labor laws you may need to follow to pay salary employees and hourly employees in Washington.

Washington Wage and Hour Laws

Minimum Wage

The minimum wage in the state of Washington is $16.28 per hour. For more information on Washington’s minimum wage rules, please click HERE.

Please note that several cities within Washington have their own separate minimum wage rates which are higher than the state mandated rate and that minimum wage rates for all jurisdictions are subject to change. Employers should verify they meet current state, county, and local requirements.

Overtime

Employers must pay most employees 1.5 the employee’s regular rate of pay for any hours worked over 40 in a workweek consisting of seven consecutive days which begin on the same day and time. For more information on Washington’s overtime rules, please click HERE.

Pay Frequency

Employers in Washington must pay employees for all work performed at the agreed-upon wage rate on a regular, scheduled payday at least once per month. For more information on Washington’s pay requirement rules, please click HERE.

Washington Unemployment

Taxable Wage Base ($000s): $72,800

New Employer Rate (% Taxable Wages): 115% of the average industry rate

Washington Income Tax Withholding

Washington has no state income tax.

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SurePayroll, Inc. and its subsidiaries assume no liability and make no warranties on or for the information contained on these state payroll pages. The information presented is intended for reference only and is neither tax nor legal advice. Consult a professional tax, legal or other advisor to verify this information and determine if and/or how it may apply to your particular situation.

Revised: Jan 01, 2025

Let's answer some of your questions

What is the minimum wage for Washington?

The minimum wage in the state of Washington is $16.28 per hour. Please note that several cities within Washington have their own separate minimum wage rates which are higher than the state mandated rate and that minimum wage rates for all jurisdictions are subject to change.

What is the overtime rate in Washington?

Employers in Washington must pay most employees 1.5 the employee’s regular rate of pay for any hours worked over 40 in a workweek consisting of seven consecutive days which begin on the same day and time.

Do employees pay state income tax in Washington?

Washington has no state income tax.

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