Minimum Wage California 2024. As of 2024, the statewide minimum wage in california is $16.00 per hour. Beginning jan 1, 2024, california’s minimum wage will increase from $15.50 per hour to $16 per hour for all employers, regardless of size.

This measure increases the minimum wage in california—currently, $15 per hour for businesses with 26 or more employees, and $14 per hour for smaller. The minimum wage in california will increase to $16 per hour on jan.