The time it takes to hire has grown dramatically in recent years, according to new research. Glassdoor Economic Research found that the process of getting hired in the United States took almost twice as long in 2014 (an average of 22.9 days) as it did in 2010 (12.6 days).
Massachusetts now has the highest enacted state minimum wage set for $11.00 on January 1, 2017. At Massachusettsâ current minimum wage rate of $8.00, this translates to just $16,640 annually for a full-time worker. For those who think only part-time workers are paid minimum wage, think again.
How California's wage hike compares to that of other states. When the Golden State's minimum wage increases to $15, it will be the highest statewide minimum in the nation. Massachusetts' minimum wage is now $10 and will increase to $11 on Jan. 1, 2017. The minimum wage in Washington, D.C., is $10.50 and will increase to $11.50 in July.