California increases minimum wage in 2026
On Jan. 1, 2026 the state's minimum wage increased to $16.90 per hour to account for inflation. The threshold for exempt workers will rise to $70,304 per year.
On Jan. 1, 2026 the state's minimum wage increased to $16.90 per hour to account for inflation. The threshold for exempt workers will rise to $70,304 per year.