What is the minimum wage in California in 2025?
Answer
The California minimum wage is $16.50 per hour for all employers as of January 1, 2025. Some cities have higher local minimums — Los Angeles city is $17.28/hr, and fast food workers covered by AB 1228 earn at least $20/hr. If your employer pays less, you are owed the difference plus penalties.
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