Minimum Wage In California 2024 Hourly. The minimum wage in california, effective january 1, 2024, is $16.00/hour for all employers. Beginning january 1, 2024, the minimum wage rate for all hourly employees in california will be $16.00/hour, regardless of company size.
Minimum wage will be $17.80. Fast food restaurant employers, effective april 1, 2024, and healthcare facility employers, effective october 16, 2024 (see below), will have a higher minimum wage.