Amazon Increases U.S. Warehouse Worker Minimum Wage to $20, Adds New Benefits

Amazon has raised its minimum starting pay for U.S. full-time core operations employees to $20 per hour, an increase of $1. The company also introduced new benefits, effective October 1, including a 10% grocery discount on Amazon.com and Whole Foods Market online, and 20% off in-store at Whole Foods. Additionally, Amazon is launching 'Day 1 Financial,' a banking benefit through First Tech Federal Credit Union for qualified employees. These changes impact a significant portion of its workforce.