Unincorporated Los Angeles County Minimum Wage 2026 and 2027
The Unincorporated Los Angeles County minimum wage has been $18.47 per hour since July 1, 2026, $1.57 above the state rate of $16.90. The next increase is scheduled for July 1, 2027 (amount not yet posted). Increases every July 1. Official source linked.
- Increase cycle
- every July 1
- Increase note
- CPI-W (LA metro) indexed each July 1; amount not yet posted
- Note
- Unincorporated guide PDF: https://dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Is-Your-Workplace-in-an-Unincorporated-Area-FINAL-4.11.22.pdf
- Source
- https://dcba.lacounty.gov/minimum-wage/
- Checked
- 2026-10-09 Official page checked
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Unincorporated Los Angeles County minimum wage in 2026?
$18.47 per hour since July 1, 2026. That is $1.57 above the California state minimum wage ($16.90).
When does the Unincorporated Los Angeles County minimum wage go up?
It is adjusted every July 1. An increase is scheduled for July 1, 2027; the amount has not been posted yet. (CPI-W (LA metro) indexed each July 1; amount not yet posted) This page and the alert emails are updated when it is.
Which workplaces does the Unincorporated Los Angeles County 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: Unincorporated guide PDF: https://dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Is-Your-Workplace-in-an-Unincorporated-Area-FINAL-4.11.22.pdf. 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
- Los Angeles $18.42
- Malibu $17.91
- Santa Monica $18.47
- West Hollywood $20.25
- Pasadena $18.57
- Torrance $16.90
- Gardena $16.90
- Cerritos $16.90
- Full list →