Nevada Minimum Wage 2026
Current minimum wage, scheduled increases, tipped worker rules, and political context for Nevada’s wage policy in 2026.
$12.00
Current Minimum Wage
$16.00
Projected 2026 Rate
$12.00 (no tip credit below $1 health benefits)
Tipped Worker Rate
Increases to $16 by 2026 (SB 461)
Scheduled Increases
Minimum Wage Overview
Nevada enacted legislation in 2023 to raise the minimum wage to $16 by 2026, eliminating the two-tier system. Nevada has significant service and hospitality industry employment where minimum wage policy has major impact.
Wage Policy Details
| Policy | Details |
|---|---|
| Current Minimum Wage | $12.00/hour |
| Tipped Worker Minimum | $12.00 (no tip credit below $1 health benefits)/hour |
| Scheduled Increases | Increases to $16 by 2026 (SB 461) |
| Projected 2026 Rate | $16.00/hour |
| Legislative Source | SB 461 (2023) |
Political Context
Nevada Democrats passed minimum wage increases with strong union support. The Culinary Union (UNITE HERE) is a major political force in Nevada. Eliminating the two-tier system was a significant union victory.