Washington pay stub laws

What Washington requires employers to include on a pay stub.

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Washington pay stub requirements

States vary on pay stub requirements. Most require employers to provide an itemized statement of earnings and deductions, either on paper or electronically. Confirm specifics with the Washington state labor agency linked above.

Washington official sources

WA Department of Revenue

WA Department of Labor and Industries