San Francisco Minimum Wage 2026 and 2027
As of October 30, 2026, the minimum wage in San Francisco is $19.61 per hour, in effect since July 1, 2026. It is set by the local ordinance and is $2.71 above the California statewide minimum of $16.90 and $12.36 above the federal minimum of $7.25.
Maintained by Archie Chang · Rates and sources checked October 30, 2026 · Methodology & sources
Current rate (October 30, 2026)
$19.61
In effect since July 1, 2026
2027 status: Not announced yet
Not announced yet
Next adjustment date: July 1, 2027
Compared with California
$2.71 higher
California statewide rate $16.90; federal $7.25
San Francisco minimum wage rates
| Group | Rate on October 30, 2026 | Since | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|
| All employees | $19.61 | July 1, 2026 | Not announced |
| Government supported employees | $17.35 | July 1, 2026 | Not announced |
Set by San Francisco Minimum Wage Ordinance (Labor and Employment Code Article 1). Administered by the San Francisco Office of Labor Standards Enforcement (OLSE).
San Francisco minimum wage in 2027: Not announced yet
Not announced yet. San Francisco's rate has risen every July 1 since 2016 in the rate history of the Office of Labor Standards Enforcement (OLSE). The sources read for this page do not list a 2027 rate.
The rate has been adjusted every July 1 since 2016 in the OLSE rate history.
Tipped workers
California law does not allow a tip credit: the California Department of Industrial Relations says an employer may not use an employee's tips as a credit toward its obligation to pay the minimum wage per hour. The San Francisco notice lists one rate for all employees, $19.61 per hour from July 1, 2026.
Who is covered
The requirement applies to employees who work at least two hours per week in San Francisco, including temporary and part-time employees. Exceptions may apply under the San Francisco Minimum Wage Ordinance and the California Labor Code.
Tiers and exceptions
- A small number of "Government Supported Employees" have a lower rate: employees under 18 in a subsidized after-school or summer training or apprenticeship position, and some employees over 55 at nonprofits serving people over 55 in a subsidized position. OLSE lists $17.35 per hour from July 1, 2026.
San Francisco compared with California and the federal minimum
| Minimum wage | October 30, 2026 | January 1, 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | $19.61 | $19.61 |
| California (statewide) | $16.90 | $17.40 |
| Federal | $7.25 | $7.25 |
Employers must pay the highest rate that applies. See the California minimum wage page for the statewide rules.
San Francisco rate history
| Effective | All employees |
|---|---|
| July 1, 2026 | $19.61 |
| July 1, 2025 | $19.18 |
| July 1, 2024 | $18.67 |
| July 1, 2023 | $18.07 |
| July 1, 2022 | $16.99 |
| July 1, 2021 | $16.32 |
| July 1, 2020 | $16.07 |
| July 1, 2019 | $15.59 |
| July 1, 2018 | $15.00 |
| July 1, 2017 | $14.00 |
| July 1, 2016 | $13.00 |
Government supported employees
- July 1, 2026$17.35
- July 1, 2025$16.97
San Francisco minimum wage pay calculator
| Gross pay | San Francisco ($19.61) | California ($16.90) | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekly pay | $784.40 | $676.00 | $108.40 |
| Yearly pay | $40,788.80 | $35,152.00 | $5,636.80 |
Gross pay before taxes, paid straight time for every hour entered. The San Francisco rate is the general rate for the group named above; tipped, youth and other groups follow the rules listed on this page.
What the official sources say
“Beginning July 1, 2026, employers must pay all employees who work in San Francisco (including temporary and part-time employees) at least $19.61 per hour.”
“An employer may not use an employee's tips as a credit toward its obligation to pay the minimum wage per hour.”
“This minimum wage requirement applies to employees who work at least two (2) hours per week. Exceptions may apply as outlined in the San Francisco Minimum Wage Ordinance and the California Labor Code.”
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in San Francisco in 2026?
As of October 30, 2026, the minimum wage in San Francisco is $19.61 per hour, in effect since July 1, 2026. It is set by San Francisco Minimum Wage Ordinance (Labor and Employment Code Article 1) and administered by the San Francisco Office of Labor Standards Enforcement (OLSE).
Will the San Francisco minimum wage go up in 2027?
Not announced yet. San Francisco's rate has risen every July 1 since 2016 in the rate history of the Office of Labor Standards Enforcement (OLSE). The sources read for this page do not list a 2027 rate.
How does the San Francisco minimum wage compare with the California and federal minimums?
The California statewide minimum is $16.90, so San Francisco is $2.71 higher. The federal minimum is $7.25. An employer must pay the highest rate that applies.
Who is covered by the San Francisco minimum wage?
The requirement applies to employees who work at least two hours per week in San Francisco, including temporary and part-time employees. Exceptions may apply under the San Francisco Minimum Wage Ordinance and the California Labor Code.
What is the tipped minimum wage in San Francisco?
California law does not allow a tip credit: the California Department of Industrial Relations says an employer may not use an employee's tips as a credit toward its obligation to pay the minimum wage per hour. The San Francisco notice lists one rate for all employees, $19.61 per hour from July 1, 2026.
Are there different rates or exceptions in San Francisco?
Government supported employees: $17.35. A small number of "Government Supported Employees" have a lower rate: employees under 18 in a subsidized after-school or summer training or apprenticeship position, and some employees over 55 at nonprofits serving people over 55 in a subsidized position. OLSE lists $17.35 per hour from July 1, 2026.
Sources for San Francisco
- San Francisco OLSE: Historical Minimum Wage Rates
- San Francisco OLSE: Minimum Wage Ordinance official notice
- California Department of Industrial Relations, Labor Commissioner's Office: Minimum Wage FAQ
Sources checked October 30, 2026.