Minimum wage Verified

Hayward minimum wage rises to $18.39 on Jan 1, 2027

Jurisdiction
Hayward, CA
Effective date
2027-01-01
Who it covers
Employers with 26+ employees (smaller employers follow the $17.40 state rate)
Status
Verified against an official source

The law, summarized

  • The official Hayward minimum wage page lists $18.39 per hour effective January 1, 2027 (up from $17.79 in 2026).
StateHR Take · AI-generated analysis, not legal advice

Who should act: Employers with staff working in Hayward. Update payroll for the first pay period that includes Jan 1 and post the new notice. Confirm the details in the official source before acting.

Generated 2026-10-25T12:00-05:00

Official sources