El Cerrito Minimum Wage 2026 and 2027
The El Cerrito minimum wage has been $18.82 per hour since January 1, 2026, $1.92 above the state rate of $16.90. The next increase is scheduled for January 1, 2027 (amount not yet posted). Increases every January 1. Official source linked.
- Increase cycle
- every January 1
- Increase note
- CPI indexed (Aug-to-Aug SF-Oakland-Hayward CPI), amount not yet posted
- Note
- <2 hrs/week excluded
- Source
- http://www.elcerrito.gov/940/Minimum-Wage-Ordinance
- Checked
- 2026-10-09 Official page checked
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Frequently asked questions
What is the El Cerrito minimum wage in 2026?
$18.82 per hour since January 1, 2026. That is $1.92 above the California state minimum wage ($16.90).
When does the El Cerrito minimum wage go up?
It is adjusted every January 1. An increase is scheduled for January 1, 2027; the amount has not been posted yet. (CPI indexed (Aug-to-Aug SF-Oakland-Hayward CPI), amount not yet posted) This page and the alert emails are updated when it is.
Which workplaces does the El Cerrito ordinance cover?
It applies to employees who work inside the jurisdiction's boundaries (where the work is done, not the employer's mailing address). Note: <2 hrs/week excluded. If the boundary is unclear, look up the address.
Does the state or the local minimum wage apply?
Whichever is higher. If the state minimum wage rises above the local rate, the state rate applies from that date.
Industry-specific rates
- California Fast Food Minimum Wage (AB 1228) $20.00 — if your business is in this industry, this rate can take precedence over the local one.
- California Health Care Worker Minimum Wage (SB 525) $25.00 — if your business is in this industry, this rate can take precedence over the local one.
Nearby cities
- Novato $17.46
- Daly City $17.50
- Redwood City $18.65
- Los Altos $18.70
- Richmond $19.18
- Mountain View $19.70
- Menlo Park $17.55
- Milpitas $18.50
- Full list →