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California Minimum Wage to Rise Amid Local Push for $30

12/20/2025

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California will raise its minimum wage by 40 cents per hour in 2026 as part of annual inflation adjustments.
The current minimum wage is $16.50 per hour.
West Hollywood will implement a local minimum wage of $20.25 starting January 2026.
Labor groups have lobbied for higher wages in fast food and healthcare.
A coalition is gathering signatures to raise the minimum wage to $30 in Los Angeles.

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Story summary

California will raise its minimum wage by 40 cents per hour in 2026 as part of annual inflation adjustments.
The current minimum wage is $16.50 per hour.
West Hollywood will implement a local minimum wage of $20.25 starting January 2026.
Labor groups have lobbied for higher wages in fast food and healthcare.
A coalition is gathering signatures to raise the minimum wage to $30 in Los Angeles.