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California | Wage and Tax Regulations

California
minimum wage
Minimum Wage
$16
Minimum Wage
(Tipped Employee)
Tip credit not allowed
Maximum Tip Credit
Tip credit not allowed
California
state income tax
State Withholding
Supplemental
Wage Rate
6.60%
Unemployment insurance
Max. Taxable Earning $7,001
Employee DeductionsNone
Employee Tax Rates1.5 - 6.2%
New Employer Rate3.40%
Voluntary Contribution PermittedNo

The content of this publication is provided for informational purposes only and does not contain or constitute tax or legal advice. You should not act on this information without seeking tax or legal professional counsel.

Recent California Employment Law Updates

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Legal Update
Date
Link

California DIR Updates PAGA FAQs with Flow Charts: Clarifying the Administrative Procedures

September 30, 2025

Cal/OSHA Updates Fall Rule for Residential and Light Commercial Construction

August 29, 2025

California Expands Enforcement Against Tip Theft by Employers

August 29, 2025

Reminder California: Minimum Wage Increase Certified for January 1, 2026

August 29, 2025

California Court Clarifies Paid Sick Leave Rules for Commissioned Sales Employees

August 29, 2025

Los Angeles, California, Hotel Wage Increase Delayed Pending 2026 Referendum

July 31, 2025

California Automated-Decision Systems Rules Finalized, Pending OAL Approval

July 31, 2025

Reminder California: Household Workers Protections Under OSHA Effective Since July 1, 2025

July 31, 2025

California CRD Publishes Notice and FAQs on Expanded Rights for Survivors and Family Members

July 2, 2025

Reminder West Hollywood, California: Minimum Wage Increase on July 1, 2025

June 30, 2025

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