- California Minimum Wage Increases for 2026 | By: Kelly O. Scott
These rates were last increased on July 1, 2025, and are set to increase again on July 1, 2026 Over time, the minimum wage for all covered healthcare facilities will rise to at least $25 00 per hour
- California Minimum Wage MW-2026
Pursuant to its authority under Labor Code section 1182 13, the Department of Industrial Relations amends and republishes Sections 2, 3, and 5 of the General Minimum Wage Order, MW-2026 Section 1, Applicability, and Section 4, Separability, have not been changed
- 2026 Minimum Wages by State, City, County Announced
For California employers, the new year often brings higher State and local minimum wages, and 2026 is no exception As of January 1, 2026, California’s state-wide minimum wage is $16 90 hour —up from $16 50 hour in 2025
- California’s 2026 Minimum Wage Increases to $16. 90 Per Hour
On August 1, the California Department of Finance Director Joe Stephenshaw officially certified that beginning January 1, 2026, California’s minimum wage will increase to $16 90 per hour for all employers, regardless of size
- How California Employers Can Prepare for the July 1, 2026 Minimum Wage . . .
July 1 is just around the corner, and with it comes another wave of local minimum wage increases across Southern California For employers operating in multiple jurisdictions—particularly those with hotel, hospitality, or healthcare workers—the compliance landscape continues to grow more complex
- California Minimum Wage Increases Hit Again on July 1: Employers With . . .
California employers already adjusted to the statewide minimum wage increase to $16 90 per hour on January 1, 2026 Beginning July 1, however, several cities and local jurisdictions will increase their own minimum wage rates, creating another compliance checkpoint for employers across the state
- 2026 Minimum Wage Rate Increase Memo - wagesla. lacity. gov
The minimum wage rate, effective July 1, 2026, will increase by $0 55 for a new minimum wage rate of $18 42 per hour
- CALIFORNIA MINIMUM WAGE CHART – JANUARY 1, 2026
CALIFORNIA MINIMUM WAGE CHART – JANUARY 1, 2026 yellow background indicates state or local paid sick leave law applies (PSL)
- Californias minimum wage is increasing in 2026. Heres how much . . .
California's minimum wage is adjusted every year for inflation and an increase will take effect on Jan 1, 2026 Some cities have a higher wage floor
- California Minimum Wage 2026: Current Rates and Requirements
California's minimum wage is $16 50 hour as of 2026, with higher rates for fast food and healthcare workers Learn about local wage requirements and your rights
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