Local OrdinancesPublished October 18, 2026
Los Altos Minimum Wage Rises to $19.25 on January 1, 2027
What changed
Los Altos's minimum wage rises from $18.70 to $19.25 per hour on January 1, 2027, under Ordinance No. 2016-424 and the Bay Area Consumer Price Index. The city has posted its 2027 official notice for employers to post.
Who it applies to
Employers with employees who work within the City of Los Altos.
Key dates
- Effective date:
- January 1, 2027
New $19.25 local minimum wage takes effect
What employers may need to do
- Pay employees at least $19.25 per hour for work in Los Altos starting January 1, 2027.
- Post the city's 2027 official minimum wage notice, available on the city's minimum wage page in English, Spanish and Chinese.
Official source
https://www.losaltosca.gov/511/Minimum-WageDetected by RegWatch monitoring on October 16, 2026. Always confirm details against the official source above — this page is a summary, not legal advice.
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