California’s In-Home Supportive Services program has updated its minimum wage floor to $18.65 per hour, effective January 1, 2025. This affects all 650,000+ IHSS providers across the state.
What Changed
The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) confirmed the statewide wage floor increase. Counties that previously paid above the minimum — including Los Angeles ($20.35), San Francisco ($23.00), and Alameda ($21.00) — retain their higher rates.
How to Verify Your Rate
Contact your county IHSS office or log into your Electronic Services Portal (ESP) account. Your current pay rate is listed on your timesheet confirmation.
What’s Next
SEIU 2015 is currently negotiating additional increases in several counties. Watch the Wage Tracker page for real-time updates as counties announce 2025 adjustments.