Tipped & Minimum Wage in Gresham, Oregon (2026)
Gresham, Oregon follows the Oregon state minimum wage of $15.55/hour in 2026. There is no separate municipal wage that TipFig identified as of 2026-08-29. Below: the state tipped-wage rules as they apply in Gresham, plus tipping etiquette.
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Minimum-Wage Law in Gresham (Oregon state)
State Min
$15.55/hr
Tipped Cash Wage
$15.55/hr
Max Tip Credit
$0.00/hr
Tip Credit?
No (full wage)
Standard Tip Percentages in Gresham
Restaurants
15–20%
Delivery
15–20%
Rideshare
15–20%
Bars
$1–2/drink
Hotel
$2–5/night
Salon/Spa
15–20%
These percentages are general U.S. etiquette norms. In Gresham, tipped workers already earn the full state minimum wage, yet 15–20% remains the customary gratuity because tips supplement take-home pay.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum wage in Gresham, Oregon in 2026?
Gresham does not have a separate municipal minimum-wage ordinance that TipFig identified as of 2026-08-29, so employers in Gresham apply the Oregon state minimum wage of $15.55/hour. This can change — confirm the current rate with the Oregon Department of Labor. (State figures: U.S. Department of Labor, July 1, 2026.)
Does Gresham have its own minimum wage or follow Oregon state law?
As of TipFig's 2026-08-29 review, Gresham does not have a separate municipal minimum-wage ordinance that TipFig identified, so it follows Oregon state law ($15.55/hour). Some cities in other states do set local rates; always verify with the Oregon Department of Labor, since local laws change.
What is the tipped minimum wage and tip credit in Gresham?
Oregon prohibits the tip credit, so tipped employees earn the full $15.55/hour state minimum wage in cash before tips. Tips are additional income the worker keeps.
How much should I tip in Gresham?
Like the rest of the U.S., Gresham follows national tipping norms — tip 15–20% on the pre-tax subtotal at restaurants, bars, and for delivery and rideshare. In Oregon, tipped workers already earn at least $15.55/hour, yet 15–20% remains the customary gratuity because tips supplement take-home pay.
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State minimum-wage figures are from the U.S. Department of Labor — Wage and Hour Division: Minimum Wages for Tipped Employees (July 1, 2026), retrieved 2026-08-09. Minimum wages change frequently; verify with the Oregon Department of Labor before making wage or payroll decisions. Tip percentages are general etiquette guidelines, not legal advice. Sales-tax rates are approximate combined state + local averages.