Millions of workers are set to see an increase to their minimum wage earnings, earning a new hourly wage of $15.50 per hour.
Governor Gavin Newsom of California shared that the minimum wage for workers across the state would increase to $15.50.
Wages across the state vary right now depending on the employer and how big the business is.
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Employers with 26 and more employees need to pay $15 per hour.
Those only making $14 per hour will see a $3,000 salary increase with the minimum wage boost.
There are 16.9 million people working in California as of 2020.
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Why is minimum wage rising?
The inflation levels rising so rapidly is why California is boosting hourly wages.
The rate of inflation was 8.3% for April.
The state’s minimum wage law requires an increase whenever inflation exceeds 7%.
The new wages will go into effect in January 2023.
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