Minimum wage increases July 1 in certain Southern California cities
New minimum hourly wages have been implemented since July 1, 2026 in some cities; certain sectors also have salary increases
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Starting July 1, 2026, an increase to the minimum hourly wage will apply for workers in certain Southern California cities.
The increase in the minimum hourly wage will be applied in different jurisdictions. For general employment sectors, the new rates are included as follows:
For a list of municipal minimum wages in effect as of January 1, 2026, along with those that come into effect on July 1, you can consult this link.

