What is the minimum wage in Oakland?

The minimum wage in Oakland is $17.34 per hour, effective 2026-01-01.

How much is that per year at full time?

At 40 hours a week for 52 weeks, the Oakland minimum wage works out to about $36,067 in gross annual pay, before tax and deductions.

City / local ordinance · CA

Minimum wage in Oakland

$17.34 per hour

Effective 2026-01-01 · Source: laborcenter.berkeley.edu

Jan 1 2026 general citywide rate. Separate higher rate for hotel employers. This is the standard non-hotel rate.

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Wage (USD, per hour)

Hours per week

Hourly: $17.34
Daily: $139
Weekly: $694
Monthly: $3,006
Annual: $36,067

Gross earnings before tax and deductions. Weekly/monthly/annual figures assume 40 paid hours every week of the year. Actual take-home depends on local taxes, benefits, and hours worked.

Hourly: $17.34
Weekly (40h): $694
Monthly: $3,006
Annual: $36,067

Minimum wage in Oakland: FAQ

What is the minimum wage in Oakland?: The minimum wage in Oakland is $17.34 per hour, effective 2026-01-01.
How much is that per year at full time?: At 40 hours a week for 52 weeks, the Oakland minimum wage works out to about $36,067 in gross annual pay, before tax and deductions.
Are there exceptions or upcoming changes?: Jan 1 2026 general citywide rate. Separate higher rate for hotel employers. This is the standard non-hotel rate.