## Oregon Minimum Wage
From July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, Oregon’s minimum wage depends on where you work: $16.80 per hour in the Portland metro area, $15.55 per hour in standard counties, and $14.55 per hour in nonurban counties. Oregon does not allow a tip credit — tipped employees must receive the full minimum wage plus their tips. Rates adjust for inflation every July 1, with the next increase on July 1, 2027.
Last Paycheck
If an employee quits with less than 48 hours notice, excluding weekends and holidays, the paycheck is due within five days, excluding weekends and holidays, or on the next regular payday, whichever comes first. If an employee quits with notice of at least 48 hours, the final check is due on the final day worked, unless the last day falls on a weekend or holiday. In that case, the check is due on the next business day.
If an employee is fired or discharged, the final paycheck is due not later than the end of the next business day.
When an employer and employee mutually agree to terminate the relationship, the check is due by the end of the following business day, as in the case of discharge.
When employment is related to state and county fairs, and employment terminates on weekends or holidays, the check is due by the end of the second business day after the termination.
To learn more about Oregon Wage and Hour Law and Oregon Overtime Law visit the Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries at http://www.boli.state.or.us/BOLI/index.shtml
