Minimum Wage Increases Set for City and County of Santa Fe
Effective March 1, 2025, the minimum wage rates in the City of Santa Fe and Santa Fe County, New Mexico will increase to $15.00. The city and county minimum wage rates adjust each year in accordance with the regional increase in inflation, which is calculated based off the percentage increase in the consumer price index (CPI-W) over the last 12 months. The jurisdictions generally announce their upcoming minimum wage changes in the month prior, providing employers a short turnaround time to review and update employee wages. Considering this quick turnaround time, employers should review the following key highlights of the local ordinances and upcoming minimum wage changes. Santa Fe City vs. County Wage Requirements While both the City and County of Santa Fe are increasing their standard minimum wage rates to $15.00 on March 1, 2025 , there are still differences in their minimum wage requirements. Most notably, the City of Santa Fe Livin...