Local OrdinancesPublished October 18, 2026

Redwood City Minimum Wage Rises to $19.30 on January 1, 2027

What changed

Redwood City's minimum wage rises from $18.65 to $19.30 per hour on January 1, 2027. It covers employees who work at least 2 hours a week in the city, unless a higher industry-specific minimum wage covers them.

Who it applies to

Employers with employees who work at least 2 hours a week in Redwood City, unless a higher industry-specific minimum wage covers those employees.

Key dates

Effective date:
January 1, 2027

Redwood City minimum wage rises to $19.30 per hour

What employers may need to do

  • Pay at least $19.30 per hour to employees who work at least 2 hours a week in Redwood City, starting January 1, 2027.

Official source

https://www.redwoodcity.org/departments/city-manager/city-manager-s-initiatives/local-minimum-wage

Detected by RegWatch monitoring on October 10, 2026. Always confirm details against the official source above — this page is a summary, not legal advice.

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