- 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
- 2026 Minimum Wages by State, City, County Announced - California . . .
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
- CA minimum wage increase 2026: Which cities pay workers more . . .
More than 20 cities raised their minimum hourly wages above the statewide $16 90
- California Minimum Wage 2026: All Rates Requirements
Official breakdown of California minimum wage in 2026, with statewide rates, local ordinances, and key requirements
- California Minimum Wage 2026: State, Local Industry Rates
California’s minimum wage will be $16 90 in 2026, with higher rates for some cities, fast food, and health care workers, plus a $70,304 exempt salary threshold
- 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
- California Minimum Wage Increases 40 cents for 2026
On January 1, 2026, California’s minimum wage will increase from $16 50 to $16 90 per hour Also on January 1, 2026, several local municipalities will increase their minimum wage
- California Minimum Wage 2026: Rates Compliance Guide
Discover California minimum wage updates for 2026 and essential compliance steps for employers to ensure payroll accuracy
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