Among the United States, France, and Spain, the United States has the second lowest minimum wage (as a fraction of the average wage) and the lowest unemployment rate among young adults.

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According to data from the OECD, as of 2019, the United States has a minimum wage that is 34% of the average wage, which is higher than Spain's minimum wage of 29% of the average wage. However, France has a higher minimum wage compared to both the US and Spain. Additionally, as of 2021, the US has a lower unemployment rate among young adults (ages 15-24) compared to both France and Spain.