Minimum Wage Increase
Summary
West Hollywood just raised its minimum wage to $17.64 an hour—the highest in the country. If you work or run a business there, your paycheck or payroll math changes immediately. The big question is whether higher pay for workers comes with higher costs for local businesses and customers.
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Impact analysis
Workers get bigger paychecks, but businesses face higher payroll costs and may pass some of that on through prices or reduced hours.
Low-wage workers in West Hollywood—especially those currently earning near or below $17.64—stand to gain the most.
Small business owners and maybe customers could feel the pinch through higher payroll, prices, or cut hours.
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