Minimum Wage In California 2024 Increase. 1, 2024, according to the department of industrial relations (dir). Beginning january 1, 2024, the statewide minimum wage in california will increase to $16.00/hour, but some cities within the state may require higher wages.
The minimum wage in california, effective january 1, 2024, is $16.00/hour for all employers. California’s minimum wage is scheduled to rise to $16.50 in 2025.