Don’t just guess. Check your state’s labor department website. They usually have a “minimum wage” page with a table that shows all the future increases. It’s boring to read, but your bank account will thank you.
Also, sign up for news alerts. If your state is debating a raise, you’ll know weeks or months before it happens. Knowledge is power, and power means you can buy a better pizza.
And remember: employers have to post the new wage in a visible place, like a break room. So, the next time you’re at work, glance at the bulletin board. It’s not just for memos about “refrigerator etiquette.”
