Tipped & Minimum Wage in Kent, Washington (2026)
Kent, Washington follows the Washington state minimum wage of $17.13/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 Kent, plus tipping etiquette.
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Minimum-Wage Law in Kent (Washington state)
State Min
$17.13/hr
Tipped Cash Wage
$17.13/hr
Max Tip Credit
$0.00/hr
Tip Credit?
No (full wage)
Standard Tip Percentages in Kent
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 Kent, 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 Kent, Washington in 2026?
Kent does not have a separate municipal minimum-wage ordinance that TipFig identified as of 2026-08-29, so employers in Kent apply the Washington state minimum wage of $17.13/hour. This can change — confirm the current rate with the Washington Department of Labor. (State figures: U.S. Department of Labor, July 1, 2026.)
Does Kent have its own minimum wage or follow Washington state law?
As of TipFig's 2026-08-29 review, Kent does not have a separate municipal minimum-wage ordinance that TipFig identified, so it follows Washington state law ($17.13/hour). Some cities in other states do set local rates; always verify with the Washington Department of Labor, since local laws change.
What is the tipped minimum wage and tip credit in Kent?
Washington prohibits the tip credit, so tipped employees earn the full $17.13/hour state minimum wage in cash before tips. Tips are additional income the worker keeps.
How much should I tip in Kent?
Like the rest of the U.S., Kent follows national tipping norms — tip 15–20% on the pre-tax subtotal at restaurants, bars, and for delivery and rideshare, not the 10% combined sales tax. In Washington, tipped workers already earn at least $17.13/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 Washington 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.