Pursuant to its authority under Labor Code section 1182.13, the Department of Industrial Relations amends and republishes Sections 2, 3, and 5 of the General Minimum Wage Order, MW-2025.

Dec 17, 2025 · The state of Washington has the highest minimum wage, at $16.66 per hour in 2025, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. The state will remain on top in 2026, when it increases to …

Jun 28, 2025 · What Is California’s Statewide Minimum Wage? As of January 1, 2025, the statewide minimum wage is: $16.50 per hour (for employers of all sizes) This base rate does not change on …

Jun 12, 2025 · On July 1, numerous California cities and counties implement their local minimum wage rate increases so California employers with employees working in these jurisdictions should be …

Discover the latest minimum wage updates across California's cities and counties as of July 2025. With the state's minimum wage set at $16.50 per hour, many local jurisdictions have enacted higher rates …

Feb 19, 2025 · California and many localities will see increases to minimum wage requirements on January 1, 2025. Employers should ensure that they know and understand the recent changes to …

Beginning January 1, 2025, the statewide minimum wage in California will increase to $16.50/hour, but some cities within the state may require higher wages. Many CA city minimum wages are determined …

Apr 18, 2025 · What is the minimum wage in California 2025? Minimum wage in California (2025) is $16.50 per hour. This has increased compared to its 2024 minimum wage, $16. This hike is due to …

On January 1, 2025, the statewide minimum wage increased to $16.50 per hour. With the change in the statewide minimum wage, the minimum exempt salary for California employees rose from $66,560 to...

The minimum wage in California will rise to $16.50 per hour in 2025, with some local rates set even higher. Employers must follow state, city, and industry-specific wage regulations carefully to remain …