Oregon's Minimum Wage Went Up July 1

The increase is now in effect for every Oregon employer, regardless of size.

If you have employees in Oregon, now is the time to confirm your payroll is using the updated rates and that your workplace postings have been updated.

The New Rates

Oregon's minimum wage depends on where your employees work, not where your business is headquartered.

Effective July 1, 2026:

- Standard statewide rate: $15.05 → $15.55/hour

- Portland metro area (within the urban growth boundary): $16.30 → $16.80/hour

- Nonurban counties: $14.05 → $14.55/hour

Rates are adjusted annually for inflation based on the Consumer Price Index and take effect every July 1.

Not sure which rate applies to your location? The Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries provides an interactive map to help.

The Poster Is a Legal Requirement, Not Optional

Oregon law requires every employer to display the current minimum wage poster at every worksite.

BOLI updated the poster on July 1, 2026, and employers are responsible for replacing outdated versions.

A few things to know:

- Each worksite must display the poster that reflects the correct minimum wage for that location.

- Remote employees must receive a digital copy. Delivery by email or through an employee portal satisfies this requirement.

- Displaying an outdated poster can lead to wage complaints, investigations, and potential penalties.

The updated July 1, 2026 poster is available directly from the Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries at oregon.gov/boli.

What Employers Should Do Now

- Verify your payroll system has been updated. Confirm all employees are being paid the correct minimum wage based on where they work.

- Review each Oregon worksite. If you have employees working in multiple locations, make sure the appropriate regional rate is being applied.

- Replace outdated workplace posters. Every Oregon location should now display the July 1, 2026 version.

- Provide remote employees with the updated poster. If you haven't already, distribute a digital copy.

- Review recent payrolls. If any employees were inadvertently paid below the new minimum wage after July 1, address the issue promptly.

How Brand's Can Help

Wage updates don't have to become administrative headaches. Brand's Payroll helps Oregon employers stay compliant by keeping payroll up to date, supporting changing wage requirements, and helping ensure employees are paid accurately and on time.