Minimum Wage California 2024. The minimum wage in california for all employers starting january 1, 2024, is $16 per hour. *** the minimum wage in california, effective january 1, 2024, is $16.00/hour for all employers.

Gavin newsom wants to delay its start date because of its cost. 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.