Map Shows How California's New Minimum Wage Compares to Each State
Summary
California will raise its minimum wage to $17.40 per hour starting January 1, 2027, making it one of the highest in the United States. The federal minimum wage has stayed at $7.25 since 2009, while many states, including California, have increased their minimum wages to keep up with the rising cost of living.Key Facts
- California's minimum wage is currently $16.90 per hour and will increase to $17.40 in 2027.
- Only Washington State ($17.13) and Connecticut ($16.94) currently have minimum wages close to California’s rate.
- Washington, D.C., has the highest minimum wage at $18.40 per hour.
- The federal minimum wage has not changed since 2009 and remains $7.25 per hour.
- Inflation has increased, making the federal minimum wage worth less today than in 2009.
- About 30 states have minimum wages above the federal level, but several have not raised it since 2009.
- The Living Wage for All Act proposes raising the federal minimum wage to $25 per hour by 2031-2032 for large employers.
- Previous bills to raise the federal minimum wage to $15 per hour have not passed Congress.
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