The Fremont minimum wage for 2026 is $18.05 per hour, $1.15 more than the California state minimum of $16.90 and well above the $7.25 federal floor. Rose to $18.05 on July 1, 2026.
All employers for work performed in Fremont. No tip credit; tipped workers get the full local minimum wage, plus tips.
Fremont wage details
City minimum wage
$18.05 per hour
Next scheduled change
Adjusts annually on July 1.
Set by
Local ordinance
Tipped employees
No tip credit; tipped workers get the full local minimum wage, plus tips.
Who it applies to
All employers for work performed in Fremont.
Fremont vs. state vs. federal
| Level | 2026 minimum wage |
|---|---|
| Fremont | $18.05 per hour |
| California | $16.90 per hour |
| Federal | $7.25 per hour |
Employers must pay the highest rate that applies, so in Fremont that is the $18.05 city rate.