SMB COMPLIANCE GUIDE

Pay transparency laws by state

A plain-English guide to which states require salary ranges in job postings — written for small employers, not lawyers.

As of 2026, a growing number of states require employers to include a pay range when they advertise a job. The rules differ on who's covered, what counts as a valid range, and whether remote roles apply. Pick your state below for the specifics, then generate a compliant job description in 30 seconds.

States with an active salary-disclosure requirement

These states have pay-disclosure obligations for employers. Most require a good-faith pay range in the job posting; a few (like Rhode Island) require you to share it on request instead. Each page has the specifics. (More state pages are being added.)

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This guide is general information, not legal advice, and TranscendByDesign is not a law firm. Pay-transparency rules change frequently and contain nuances these summaries don't cover. Confirm your obligations with the relevant state labor department or employment counsel before posting.