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Washington | Wage and Tax Regulations

Washington
minimum wage
Minimum Wage
$16.28
Minimum Wage
(Tipped Employee)
Tip credit not allowed
Maximum Tip Credit
Tip credit not allowed
Washington
state income tax
State Withholding
Supplemental
Wage Rate
None
Unemployment insurance
Max. Taxable Earning $67,600
Employee DeductionsNone
Employee Tax Rates0-5.4%
New Employer RateIndustry Average
Voluntary Contribution PermittedYes

The content of this publication is provided for informational purposes only and does not contain or constitute tax or legal advice. You should not act on this information without seeking tax or legal professional counsel.

Recent Washington Employment Law Updates

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Date
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Washington Provides Flexibility to Fix Mistakes Regarding Pay Transparency Posters

Reminder Washington: Employers to Provide Upon Request Personnel Records

Reminder Washington: Expanded Protections in the Equal Pay and Opportunity Act Effective July 1, 2025

Reminder Buren, Washington: Minimum Wage Increase and Judicial Clarity in 2025

Washington Amends the Fair Chance Act for Employees with Criminal Records

Washington: Meal and Rest Break Improvements for Healthcare Staff

Washington Amends Workplace Safety Standards for Isolated Employees

Washington Supreme Court Clarifies “Duty of Loyalty” Exception in Moonlight Policies

Washington Walkaround Rule on the Making

Washington Supreme Court Ruled That Non-Compete Agreements May Violate State Law

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