Moorpark, CA Employment Preemption: Minimum Wage Preemption (2026)
Key Facts
- State minimum
- $16.50/hour
- Indexing
- Annual CPI
- Fast food
- $20/hour
- Tip credit
- Not allowed
Summary
Moorpark follows California's statewide minimum wage of $16.50 per hour, indexed annually for inflation. The city has not adopted a higher local minimum wage as some California cities have.
(a) Notwithstanding any other provision of this part, on and after July 1, 2014, the minimum wage for all industries shall be not less than nine dollars ($9) per hour, and on and after January 1, 2016, the minimum wage for all industries shall be not less than ten dollars ($10) per hour. (b) Notwithstanding subdivision (a), the minimum wage for all industries shall not be less than the amounts set forth in this subdivision ... (1) For any employer who employs 26 or more employees ... (F) From January 1, 2022, and until adjusted by subdivision (c)—fifteen dollars ($15) per hour.
Full Breakdown
California Labor Code section 1182.12 sets the statewide minimum wage at $16.50 per hour for 2026, indexed annually to CPI under SB 3 (2016). Specific industries face higher floors: fast-food workers earn $20 per hour under AB 1228, and certain healthcare workers earn $23-$25 under SB 525. Cities like Los Angeles, West Hollywood, and Berkeley adopt higher local minimums, but Moorpark relies on the state floor. The Labor Commissioner enforces violations, and tipped employees must receive the full wage with no tip credit under California law.
Violations & Fines
Paying below the applicable minimum wage triggers Labor Commissioner wage claims, civil penalties, liquidated damages, and PAGA representative actions on behalf of all affected workers.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & Official References
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