We guess this is good news. It can’t hurt, right? Here’s the deal: Effective Jan 1st, the minimum wage in South Dakota has increased by $0.50 to $9.95/hr.
So here’s what we’re wondering: Who’s making the official minimum right now? Not to sound like out-of-touch elitist snobs, but we don’t know of anybody. Our friends working “minimum wage” jobs have been making over $10 for awhile now. (Mind you, these are mostly part-time hustles or seasonal gigs.)
And every Taco John’s or shelf-stocking position seems to be loudly declaring that they’re hiring at something more like $12-$15.
Maybe that’s a Sioux Falls thing? Wages in the “big city” might be higher than they are in small towns. Maybe this will make an impact for the folks out in Menno. Anyway, if you’ve got the scoop, drop us a line and let us know.
With inflation on the rise and Covid still cutting into many working hours, every little bit helps. No doubt you’ve earned it.