Mandatory Hayward Change - Effective January 1, 2026.
The city of Hayward, California, has updated its minimum wage poster with a mandatory change to show the rates taking effect on January 1, 2026. The rates are $16.90 per hour for employers with 25 or fewer employees and $17.79 per hour for employers with 26 or more employees. View our Recent Updates and Requirements report for details.
- Covers minimum wage requirements listed in the Hayward Minimum Wage Ordinance, Municipal Code 6-15.15
- Required for employers within Hayward, California
- The rate will increase each January 1st
- Must be posted in a location where it can be easily read by employees
- Multilingual: English, Spanish, and Chinese
- Posters are made of a durable, eco-friendly poly material that reduces impact on the environment and holds up in high-traffic areas or outdoor displays
Multiple Locations?
If you operate in multiple states and/or are responsible for multiple locations, we can help all your locations stay in compliance – and receive volume discount pricing. Learn more.