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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

Reminder Santa Monica, California: Minimum Wage Increase on July 1, 2025

June 30, 2025

Reminder Emeryville, California: Minimum Wage Increase Effective on July 1, 2025

June 30, 2025

Reminder California: Healthcare Workers Minimum Wage Increase Effective July 1, 2025

June 30, 2025

Reminder California: Los Angeles Wages Increase Effective on July 1, 2025

June 30, 2025

Reminder California: CRD Releases New Age Discrimination Fact Sheet

June 30, 2025

Reminder Freemont, California: Minimum Wage Increase on July 1, 2025

June 30, 2025

Reminder Los Angeles, California: Fair Workweek Ordinance Effective on July 1, 2025

May 30, 2025

Meal Waivers: California Confirms Written Meal Waivers Are Acceptable

May 30, 2025

California OSHAB Rules that Employers Can Imply Consent: Be Wary

April 30, 2025

Reminder California: EDD California Employer’s Guide (DE 44) for 2025 Updated

April 30, 2025

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