Connecticut minimum wage
$16.94 USD per hour
In effect since 2026-01-01.
Full-time equivalent: $35,235.20 USD per year, at 40 hours a week for 52 weeks.
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Rates by category
| Category | Hourly | In effect since |
|---|---|---|
| general | $16.94 USD | 2026-01-01 |
| tipped-hotel-restaurant | $6.38 USD | 2026-01-01 |
| tipped-bartender | $8.23 USD | 2026-01-01 |
Sources
- https://portal.ct.gov/governor/news/press-releases/2025/09-2025/governor-lamont-announces-minimum-wage-will-increase
- https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/state/minimum-wage/tipped
Verified against sources on 2026-07-23.