# As of July 1, the City of Los Angeles will pay its workers $18.42 per hour, up from $17.87.

*business · news · 2026-05-11 · New York Post*

## Key points

- California Walmart workers' minimum wage will increase to around $18 per hour on July 1.
- Pasadena will have the region's highest minimum wage at $18.57 per hour starting July 1.
- Employers must follow local minimum wage rates for each worker's exact job location or face penalties.
- Employers demonstrating 'reasonable steps' to comply may reduce penalties under the 2024 Private Attorneys General Act.

**Companies:** Walmart
**Countries:** United States

[Read the full story on New York Post](https://nypost.com/2026/05/11/business/walmart-preps-for-southern-california-18-minimum-wage/)

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