What is the minimum wage in San Diego?

The minimum wage in San Diego is $17.75 per hour, effective 2026-01-01.

How much is that per year at full time?

At 40 hours a week for 52 weeks, the San Diego minimum wage works out to about $36,920 in gross annual pay, before tax and deductions.

City / local ordinance · CA

Minimum wage in San Diego

$17.75 per hour

Effective 2026-01-01 · Source: sandiego.gov

Citywide standard rate, all employer sizes. Tips do not count toward the minimum.

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Wage (USD, per hour)

Hours per week

Hourly: $17.75
Daily: $142
Weekly: $710
Monthly: $3,077
Annual: $36,920

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: $17.75
Weekly (40h): $710
Monthly: $3,077
Annual: $36,920

Minimum wage in San Diego: FAQ

What is the minimum wage in San Diego?: The minimum wage in San Diego is $17.75 per hour, effective 2026-01-01.
How much is that per year at full time?: At 40 hours a week for 52 weeks, the San Diego minimum wage works out to about $36,920 in gross annual pay, before tax and deductions.
Are there exceptions or upcoming changes?: Citywide standard rate, all employer sizes. Tips do not count toward the minimum.