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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 Pay Data Reporting: Filing Updates for Year 2025

Reminder California: Court Partially Blocks AB 288

Reminder California: Automated Decision Systems Rules Now Enforced

Reminder California: Key 2026 Employment Law Changes Summary

Reminder California: Senate Bill 711 Income Tax Conformity Update

Reminder California: Classification Exemptions Extended 2026

Reminder California: Know Your Rights Notice Available

Reminder for California Employers: Post New Paid Sick Leave Poster (2026)

Reminder: Los Angeles Hotel Training Begins December 1, 2025

Reminder for California Employers: 2026 State Disability Insurance Rate & DI/PFL Benefit Changes

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