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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 Deductions	None
Employee Tax Rates	1.5 - 6.2%
New Employer Rate	3.40%
Voluntary Contribution Permitted	No

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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Date

Link

Cal/OSHA Updates Fire Cleanup Guidelines

February 28, 2025

Los Angeles, California: Olympic Wage Ordinance Enacted

February 28, 2025

Reminder California: Declaration of Emergency Triggers Updated New Hire Notice

January 31, 2025

Reminder California: AG Issues Legal Advisories for Compliance with California AI Regulations

January 31, 2025

Cal/OSHA Adopts Permanent Safety Standard for Silica Hazards

January 31, 2025

California Withdraws Requests for Stricter Regulations on Locomotives and Semi-Trucks

January 31, 2025

Los Angeles, CA, Increases Minimum Wage for Airport and Hotel Employees

January 31, 2025

California Updates its FAQs on Paid Sick Leave

January 31, 2025

Navigating Wildfire Regulations: A Guide for Employers

January 10, 2025

Reminder California: Subminimum Wage Certificate Program Eliminated Starting January 1, 2025

December 31, 2024

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