$73,200
Median annual wage
$16.00 /hr
Minimum wage
2024
Historical data
Long-run evolution of the key indicators, so you can see the trend — not just today's snapshot.
State minimum wage
2010–2024$16▲ 100%
California minimum wage.
Data table
| Median annual wage | $73,200 | |
| Minimum wage | $16.00 /hr | 2024 |
Compared to the United States
| Indicator | California | United States |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum wage2024 (federal) | $16.00 /hr | $7.25 /hr |
National ranking
Coming soon
The national ranking against every other state will appear here as more states are published.
Overview
The median annual wage in California is $73,200, and the state minimum wage is $16.00 per hour as of 2024.