What is minimum wage in the state of california?

Effective January 1, 2017, the minimum wage for all industries was $10.50 per hour for employers with 26 or more employees and $10 per hour for employers with 25 or fewer employees. read more

In most parts of the state (as of 1/1/17) that will be California’s minimum wage rate, but in some cities it will be a higher local minimum wage rate. The UC Berkeley Labor Center keeps a detailed national list of local minimum wage ordinances. read more

While California's state minimum wage is $11.00 per hour, there are localities that have set their own, higher minimum wages that apply to some or all employees within their jurisdictions. The following is a table of all California localities with established minimum wage laws. read more

Although there are some exceptions, almost all employees in California must be paid the minimum wage as required by state law. Effective January 1, 2017, the minimum wage for all industries will be increased yearly. From January 1, 2017, to January 1, 2022, the minimum wage will increase for employers employing 26 or more employees. read more