Minimum Wage 2025 In California. Use our calculator to discover the california minimum wage. The minimum wage in california, effective january 1, 2025, is $16.00/hour for all employers.

As of january 1, 2025, employees in california must earn an annual salary of no less than $66,560 to meet this threshold requirement. Employers must also take into account that some cities and counties in california have adopted their own local minimum wage rates that are separate from the state rate.