Stay Compliant: California Minimum Wage Posters

Purchase your California Minimum Wage Poster today! Protect your business and employees by posting this required notice prominently in the workplace. Stay up to date with California’s evolving wage laws and avoid potential penalties.

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California Minimum Wage Requirements

The state's required 2026 California Minimum Wage poster outlines wage obligations for all employers, regardless of size. As of January 1st, 2026, the California state minimum wage rate is $16.90 per hour. The poster also highlights previous rates for reference and clarifies specific requirements for fast food and healthcare facility employers.

Current California Minimum Wage Rates (Effective 2026):

Category	2026 Wage Rate (Current)
Standard Minimum Wage	$16.90 per hour
Tipped Employee Cash Wage	$16.90 per hour (no tip credit)
Fast Food Workers	$20.00 per hour
Healthcare Workers	varies by type of facility
Exempt Employees (salaried workers who do not receive overtime pay)	$70,304 annually

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For detailed year-over-year minimum wage rates in California, see our California Minimum Wage Guide.

In addition to base wage details, this notice includes updated credits for meals and lodging, with rate tables effective January 1st, 2026. Applicability, exceptions, and links to complete wage orders are also covered.

This laminated notice must be displayed next to your IWC Industry or Occupation order. The California Department of Industrial Relations requires state employers to ensure that this poster is prominently posted and visible to all employees.

As labor laws continue to evolve, maintaining up-to-date 2026 labor law posters helps California employers remain inspection-ready and avoid costly penalties.

If your business has employees outside California, minimum wage laws vary by location. View our updated resource on U.S. minimum wage rates by state to stay compliant nationwide.

FAQs

What Is the California Minimum Wage Poster?

The California minimum wage poster is a mandatory workplace notice required by the California Department of Industrial Relations that informs employees about minimum wage rates and wage order protections. As of January 1st, 2026, California’s state minimum wage is $16.90 per hour, with additional higher rates applying to specific industries such as fast food ($20/hour) and healthcare facilities (variable rates based on facility type). The poster displays current wage rates, meal and lodging credits, and references to complete wage orders.

This comprehensive notice goes beyond basic wage information to include applicability guidelines, industry-specific exceptions, and instructions for accessing detailed California Industrial Welfare Commission Wage Orders. Given California’s complex wage structure with industry variations and annual adjustments, maintaining current posters is critical for regulatory compliance.

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Where Should the California Minimum Wage Poster Be Displayed?

What Happens If You Don’t Post the California Minimum Wage Poster?

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<span class="font-semibold">Purchase your California Minimum Wage Poster today!</span> Protect your business and employees by posting this required notice prominently in the workplace. Stay up to date with California’s evolving wage laws and avoid potential penalties.

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What is the California minimum wage in 2026?

California's minimum wage is $16.90 per hour in 2026. Fast-food workers at large chains earn at least $20.00 per hour, and some healthcare employers pay more.