CA State Calculator
California Employee Cost Calculator
California has the highest employment costs in the US. Calculate employee costs with $16 minimum wage (higher in SF, LA), state unemployment insurance (1.5%-6.2%), Employment Training Tax (0.1%), and State Disability Insurance.
Minimum Wage
$16.00/hr
SUI Rate (New)
3.40%
SUI Range
1.50% -6.20%
State Tax
Yes
Calculator
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Results
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Key Facts About Hiring in California
Minimum wage: $16.00/hour (higher in some cities)
SUI rates: 1.5% to 6.2%
Additional SDI tax: 1.1% (employee-paid)
ETT tax: 0.1% on first $7,000
Most expensive state for employment costs
Frequently Asked Questions - California
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