The Mountain View minimum wage for 2026 is $19.70 per hour, $2.80 more than the California state minimum of $16.90 and well above the $7.25 federal floor. One of the highest Bay Area city rates.
All employers for work performed in Mountain View. No tip credit; tipped workers get the full local minimum wage, plus tips.
Mountain View wage details
City minimum wage
$19.70 per hour
Next scheduled change
January 1, 2027
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 Mountain View.
Mountain View vs. state vs. federal
| Level | 2026 minimum wage |
|---|---|
| Mountain View | $19.70 per hour |
| California | $16.90 per hour |
| Federal | $7.25 per hour |
Employers must pay the highest rate that applies, so in Mountain View that is the $19.70 city rate.