California Minimum Wage Increase 2025 Increase. Starting january 1, 2025, california’s statewide minimum wage is $16.50 per hour. As of january 1, 2025, california’s minimum wage will increase by 50 cents to $16.50/hour.

California’s current statewide minimum wage is $16 for all. Pursuant to inflationary adjustments provided in previous law, the statewide minimum wage for most california workers will increase from $16 per hour.