Although the minimum wage is an hourly wage, this doesn't mean that you have to pay employees by the hour. You may pay a salary, commission, wages plus tips, or piece rate, as long as the total amount paid divided by the total number of hours worked is equal to at least the minimum wage.

Does minimum wage apply to salaried?

Non-exempt salaried employees are protected by California minimum wage laws. However, there is also a minimum salary requirement for exempt employees. “Exempt employees” are employees who are exempt from California's wage and hour laws.

How are salaried employees paid?

Salaried employees are typically paid by a regular, bi-weekly or monthly paycheck. Their earnings are often supplemented with paid vacation, holidays, healthcare, and other benefits. However, some states have enacted more generous overtime laws and higher thresholds for requiring overtime pay for salaried workers.