January 8th, 2025 by WCBC Radio

While the minimum wage in Maryland is $15 per hour, in neighboring Pennsylvania it’s only $7.25.  The Keystone State’s minimum wage has been stagnant for over a decade.  Other states bordering Pennsylvania have also raised their minimum wage including Delaware and New Jersey. State Democrats are pushing for a minimum wage hike this year. Governor Josh Shapiro doesn’t want to lose workers to other states…

   

“Pennsylvania workers living in border counties would rather drive into another state for work so they can earn a higher wage than take a job at home in Pennsylvania.”