The Richmond minimum wage for 2026 is $19.18 per hour, $2.28 more than the California state minimum of $16.90 and well above the $7.25 federal floor.
All employers for work performed in Richmond. A lower rate applies if the employer pays at least $1.50/hour toward medical benefits. No tip credit; tipped workers get the full local minimum wage, plus tips.
Richmond wage details
City minimum wage
$19.18 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 Richmond. A lower rate applies if the employer pays at least $1.50/hour toward medical benefits.
Richmond vs. state vs. federal
| Level | 2026 minimum wage |
|---|---|
| Richmond | $19.18 per hour |
| California | $16.90 per hour |
| Federal | $7.25 per hour |
Employers must pay the highest rate that applies, so in Richmond that is the $19.18 city rate.