San Francisco Minimum Wage
San Francisco (approx.)
$18.67/hr
Federal floor
$7.25/hr
As of
mid-2025
San Francisco sets its own local minimum wage that is higher than California's statewide rate. As of mid-2025 it is approximately $18.67 per hour.San Francisco rates change on a set schedule, so always confirm the current figure with the city before running payroll.
San Francisco adjusts its minimum wage every July 1.
When a city, state, and federal minimum wage all apply, the employer must pay the highest of the three. Tipped-wage and large-employer rules may differ, so check the official source below.
This figure is approximate and changes periodically, so confirm the current San Francisco rate with the city or the California labor department before relying on it.
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