California Current Minimum Wage 2024.  — the california minimum wage, effective january 1, 2024, is $16.00 per hour, regardless of the size of the employer [ source]. The change reflects the state’s commitment to ensuring a livable wage for its workforce, given the high cost of living in most parts of california.

 — it isn’t easy, but people in california can and do build some sense of financial stability, even when living on minimum wage.  — on monday, july 31, the california department of finance director joe stephenshaw officially certified that beginning january 1, 2024, california’s minimum wage will increase from $15.50 per hour to $16 per hour for all employers, regardless of size.