Although California has its own state-level minimum wage, more than two dozen localities have passed their own minimum ordinances — and employers must comply with the more restrictive requirement. The following cities and counties will increase their current minimum wage rates as of July 1st:
- Alameda: $15/hour.
- Berkeley: $16.07/hour.
- Emeryville: $16.84/hour.
- Fremont: $15/hour for employers with 26 or more employees; $13.50/hour for employers with 25 or fewer employees.
- Los Angeles City: $15/hour for employers with 26 or more employees; $14.25/hour for employers with 25 or fewer employees.
- Los Angeles County (unincorporated areas): $15/hour for employers with 26 or more employees; $14.25/hour for employers with 25 or fewer employees.
- Malibu: $15/hour for employers with 26 or more employees; $14.25/hour for employers with 25 or fewer employees.
- Milpitas: $15.40/hour.
- Novato: $15/hour for employers with 100 or more employees; $14/hour for employers with 26-99 employees; $13/hour for employers with 25 or fewer employees.
- Pasadena: $15/hour for employers with 26 or more employees; $14.25/hour for employers with 25 or fewer employees.
- San Francisco: $16.07/hour.
- San Leandro: $15/hour.
- Santa Monica: $15/hour for employers with 26 or more employees; $14.25/hour for employers with 25 or fewer employees.
- (NEW) Santa Rosa: $15/hour for employers with 26 or more employees; $14/hour for employers with fewer than 25 employees.
Note: Eligibility rules may vary based on different locations.
The Cities of Hayward and San Carlos have delayed implementing their recently adopted minimum wage ordinances due to the economic burdens COVID-19 has imposed on businesses. Both localities’ minimum wage rates will instead take effect on January 1, 2021.
Should you have any questions, please reach out to our Human Resources Department at 916-266-4370
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