Amazon raises pay to $20 for US workers

Amazon boosts hourly pay to $20 for US workers, adds family banking benefit.

Sep 16, 2026

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Amazon raises pay to $20 for US workers

Amazon boosts hourly pay to $20 for US workers, adds family banking benefit.

In brief

Amazon boosts hourly pay to $20 for US workers, adds family banking benefit. Amazon increased minimum hourly pay to $20 for US workers and introduced 'Day 1 Financial' for family banking access. Originally reported by New York Post.

Pay increase

Amazon raises minimum hourly pay for US workers to $20.

New family benefit

Unveils 'Day 1 Financial' for family banking access.

Total compensation

Total compensation

Average total pay now exceeds $32 per hour.

Competitor wages

Walmart starts at $14, Target at $15 for US workers.

Costco comparison

Costco raised entry-level wage to $20 last year.

The essence

Amazon increased minimum hourly pay to $20 for US workers and introduced 'Day 1 Financial' for family banking access.

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