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State Labor Department Directory: All 50 States + D.C.

Every U.S. state operates a labor department (or equivalent agency) responsible for enforcing state employment laws, investigating workplace complaints, and providing resources for employees and employers. This directory compiles the official agency name, phone number, and website for all 50 states and the District of Columbia.

All contact information is sourced from the U.S. Department of Labor’s State Labor Offices directory.

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When to Contact a State Labor Department

State labor departments handle complaints and inquiries related to unpaid wages and overtime violations under state law, state minimum wage enforcement, workplace safety (in states with their own OSHA plans), child labor law enforcement, final paycheck disputes, and workplace discrimination complaints (through state civil rights divisions).

For federal-level complaints, employees can contact the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division at 1-866-4US-WAGE (1-866-487-9243) or file a discrimination charge with the EEOC.

StateAgencyPhoneWebsite
AlabamaAlabama Department of Labor334-309-0900www.labor.alabama.gov
AlaskaDepartment of Labor and Workforce Development907-465-2700www.labor.state.ak.us
ArizonaIndustrial Commission of Arizona602-542-4661www.azica.gov
ArkansasArkansas Department of Labor & Licensing501-682-4500www.labor.arkansas.gov
CaliforniaLabor and Workforce Development Agency833-526-4636www.dir.ca.gov
ColoradoDepartment of Labor and Employment303-318-8441cdle.colorado.gov
ConnecticutDepartment of Labor860-263-6000www.ct.gov/dol
DelawareDepartment of Labor302-761-8176labor.delaware.gov
District of ColumbiaDepartment of Employment Services202-671-1900www.does.dc.gov
FloridaDepartment of Business and Professional Regulation850-487-1395www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR
GeorgiaDepartment of Labor404-232-7300dol.georgia.gov
HawaiiDepartment of Labor & Industrial Relations808-586-8844www.labor.hawaii.gov
IdahoDepartment of Labor208-332-3570www.labor.idaho.gov
IllinoisDepartment of Labor217-782-6206labor.illinois.gov
IndianaDepartment of Labor317-232-2655www.in.gov/dol
IowaDivision of Labor515-242-5870www.iowadivisionoflabor.gov
KansasDepartment of Labor785-296-5000www.dol.ks.gov
KentuckyEducation and Labor Cabinet502-564-3534elc.ky.gov
LouisianaLouisiana Workforce Commission225-342-3111www.laworks.net
MaineDepartment of Labor207-623-7900www.maine.gov/labor
MarylandDepartment of Labor410-230-6020www.labor.maryland.gov
MassachusettsExecutive Office of Labor & Workforce Development617-626-7100www.mass.gov
MichiganDepartment of Labor and Economic Opportunity517-284-7800www.michigan.gov/leo
MinnesotaDepartment of Labor and Industry651-284-5005www.dli.mn.gov
MississippiDepartment of Employment Security601-321-6000www.mdes.ms.gov
MissouriDepartment of Labor and Industrial Relations573-751-4091www.labor.mo.gov
MontanaDepartment of Labor and Industry406-444-2840www.dli.mt.gov
NebraskaDepartment of Labor402-471-9000www.dol.nebraska.gov
NevadaOffice of the Labor Commissioner775-684-1890labor.nv.gov
New HampshireDepartment of Labor603-271-3176dol.nh.gov
New JerseyDepartment of Labor and Workforce Development609-292-2305www.nj.gov/labor
New MexicoDepartment of Workforce Solutions505-841-8405www.dws.state.nm.us
New YorkDepartment of Labor518-457-9000www.labor.ny.gov
North CarolinaDepartment of Labor800-625-2267www.labor.nc.gov
North DakotaDepartment of Labor and Human Rights701-328-2660www.nd.gov/labor
OhioDepartment of Commerce614-466-3636www.com.ohio.gov
OklahomaDepartment of Labor405-521-6100oklahoma.gov/labor
OregonBureau of Labor and Industries971-245-3844www.oregon.gov/boli
PennsylvaniaDepartment of Labor and Industry717-787-5279www.pa.gov/agencies/dli
Rhode IslandDepartment of Labor and Training401-462-8550www.dlt.ri.gov
South CarolinaDepartment of Labor, Licensing & Regulations803-896-4300llr.sc.gov
South DakotaDepartment of Labor and Regulation605-773-3101www.dlr.sd.gov
TennesseeDepartment of Labor & Workforce Development844-224-5818www.tn.gov/workforce
TexasTexas Workforce Commission800-628-5115www.twc.texas.gov
UtahUtah Labor Commission801-530-6800www.laborcommission.utah.gov
VermontDepartment of Labor802-828-4000www.labor.vermont.gov
VirginiaDepartment of Labor and Industry804-371-2327www.doli.virginia.gov
WashingtonDepartment of Labor and Industries360-902-5800www.lni.wa.gov
West VirginiaDivision of Labor304-558-7890labor.wv.gov
WisconsinDepartment of Workforce Development608-266-3131dwd.wisconsin.gov
WyomingDepartment of Workforce Services307-777-8650dws.wyo.gov

Federal Agencies for Employment Complaints

In addition to state labor departments, several federal agencies accept and investigate employment-related complaints:

U.S. Department of Labor — Wage and Hour Division: Enforces the FLSA, including minimum wage and overtime standards. Phone: 1-866-4US-WAGE (1-866-487-9243). File a complaint online.

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC): Investigates workplace discrimination charges under Title VII, the ADA, the ADEA, and GINA. File a charge online or call 1-800-669-4000.

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA): Accepts workplace safety complaints and whistleblower retaliation claims. File online or call 1-800-321-OSHA (1-800-321-6742).

National Labor Relations Board (NLRB): Handles claims involving union organizing rights, collective bargaining violations, and unfair labor practices. Find a regional office.

For a complete overview of federal employment protections, see Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a state labor department do?

State labor departments enforce state-level employment laws covering wages, workplace safety, child labor, workers’ compensation, and unemployment insurance. The specific scope of authority varies by state — some states consolidate all labor functions into a single agency, while others distribute responsibilities across multiple departments.

How do I file a wage complaint with my state?

Most state labor departments accept wage complaints online, by phone, or by mail. Visit the website for the state where the work was performed (listed above) and look for a “File a Complaint” or “Wage Claim” section. For federal wage violations, contact the DOL Wage and Hour Division.

Should I file with the state or the federal agency?

It depends on the type of claim. State agencies handle state-specific wage and hour laws, while federal agencies handle violations of the FLSA, Title VII, and other federal statutes. In many cases, employees can file with both — the EEOC has worksharing agreements with most state civil rights agencies, meaning a charge filed with one is automatically cross-filed with the other.

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Update History

March 2026: Initial publication. All contact information sourced from DOL State Labor Offices directory, last updated January 1, 2026.

Other Content

This page compiles information from official government sources for general reference purposes. It does not constitute legal advice. Employment law is subject to legislative changes and judicial interpretation. For specific compliance questions, consultation with a licensed attorney. Last updated: March 2026.