Local OrdinancesPublished October 18, 2026
El Cerrito Minimum Wage Rises to $19.36 on January 1, 2027
What changed
El Cerrito's minimum wage rises from $18.82 to $19.36 per hour on January 1, 2027. The city adjusts it each January 1 based on the local Consumer Price Index and has posted its official 2027 wage bulletin.
Who it applies to
Employers whose employees work at least two hours in a workweek within El Cerrito city limits.
Key dates
- Effective date:
- January 1, 2027
El Cerrito minimum wage rises to $19.36/hour
What employers may need to do
- Pay at least $19.36 per hour for hours worked in El Cerrito starting January 1, 2027.
Official source
https://www.elcerrito.gov/940/Minimum-Wage-OrdinanceDetected by RegWatch monitoring on October 13, 2026. Always confirm details against the official source above — this page is a summary, not legal advice.
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