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California’s $20 fast food minimum wage

Early evidence

By Michael Reich • August 13, 2024 • Part of Center on Wage and Employment Dynamics

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Introduction

Preliminary evidence on the impact of the California fast food worker minimum wage increase from $16 to $20 in April 2024 finds that wages increased, employment levels were not affected, and prices rose modestly.

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