This January, workers making minimum wage will notice their paychecks possibly getting a little larger. Minimum wage increases in 22 states and 43 cities/counties should boost the standard of living for workers at this end of the spectrum. By year-end, 25 states and 60 cities/counties will have raised minimum wages. Wins in 2023 include California fast food wages hitting $20 an hour. Additionally, in 2024, ballot campaigns aim to raise minimum wages nationwide, with proposals such as $20 by 2027 in Massachusetts and $18 for non-fast food workers in California by 2025/2026. That said, many people are wondering what this minimum wage…
