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NewsNBC 7 San Diego — Local NewsJuly 1, 2026San Diego

San Diego Hospitality Workers to See Minimum Wage Increases Through 2030

The City of San Diego is implementing a phased minimum wage increase for hospitality and tourism workers, reaching $25 per hour by 2030. The ordinance applies to large hotels, amusement parks, and major event venues.

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Why It Matters

Employees at specific large-scale hospitality venues will see their hourly wages rise annually starting July 1, 2026, while businesses in these sectors will face mandatory increases in labor costs.

Key Facts

  • The ordinance applies to amusement parks, hotels with at least 150 rooms, and large event venues.
  • The minimum wage will reach $25 per hour by 2030.
  • Starting July 1, 2026, hotels and amusement parks must pay $19.00/hr; event centers must pay $21.06/hr.
  • Starting July 1, 2027, hotels and amusement parks must pay $20.50/hr; event centers must pay $22.00/hr.
  • Starting July 1, 2028, hotels and amusement parks must pay $22.00/hr; event centers must pay $23.00/hr.
  • Starting July 1, 2029, hotels and amusement parks must pay $23.50/hr; event centers must pay $24.00/hr.
  • Starting July 1, 2030, both categories must pay $25.00/hr.
  • Beginning July 1, 2031, wages will be adjusted annually based on the prior year's Consumer Price Index (CPI).
  • The previous minimum wage for these workers was $17.25 per hour.

Who's Mentioned

locationPetco Park“Venue subject to the new wage ordinance.”organizationSan Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce“Representing business interests regarding the potential impact of wage increases”locationSan Diego Convention Center“Venue subject to the new wage ordinance.”organizationSan Diego City Council“Approved the Hospitality Minimum Wage Ordinance.”personChris Cate“President and CEO of the San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce.”locationPechanga Arena“Venue subject to the new wage ordinance.”personAndi Guillen“Audio-visual technician who provided testimony on worker financial struggles.”locationCivic Theatre“Venue subject to the new wage ordinance.”