California Minimum Wage 2026: Complete Guide + Free Calculators

California’s minimum wage increases to $16.50 per hour on January 1, 2026, up from $16.00 in 2025. This rate is more than double the federal minimum wage of $7.25 per hour. Some California cities have even higher local minimum wages, with Los Angeles at $17.81 and San Francisco at $18.07 per hour. This guide covers […]