California Minimum Wage Increase 2025

California Minimum Wage Increase 2025. All california employers of every size will begin paying a minimum wage of $16.50 beginning jan. This increase applies to all employers, regardless of size.

On january 1, 2025, california’s state minimum wage will increase to $16.50 per hour for all employers. However, there are still many local minimum wage ordinances that require even higher.