2027 California Industrial Welfare Commission Wage Order

The Industrial Welfare Commission Order, or IWC Wage and Occupation Order, regulates the working conditions as well as the hours and wages of a particular industry or occupation group. Below are the different industries or occupations broken down by specific orders. You may click on each of the 16 categories below for more information. Depending on the business and its employees' occupations, more than one Wage Order may apply.

Each employer in California is required to post the IWC Wage Order Poster. Generally, they should be displayed in an area easily accessible to your employees, such as a break room or near a time clock. Employers should also regularly check that they have the correct, current Wage Order for their industry, as they are frequently updated.

California businesses should note that displaying an IWC Wage Order does not necessarily satisfy all California workplace posting requirements. 

Please note that pursuant to the California Labor Code Section 1183 (d), the IWC is required to be posted in all places of business within the State of California.

(1) Manufacturing Industry
(2) Personal Services
(3) Canning, Freezing & Preserving
(4) Professional, Technical, Mechanical & Clerical Occupations
(5) Public Housekeeping Industry
(6) Laundry, Linen Supply
(7) Mercantile Industry (Retail & Wholesale)
(8) Industries handling products after harvest
(9) Transportation Industry
(10) Amusement & Recreation Industry
(11) Broadcast Industry
(12) Motion Picture Industry
(13) Agriculture Products from Market, on Farm
(14) Agriculture Occupations (Field Workers)
(15) Household Occupations (Day Workers)
(16) On-Site Construction, Mining, Drilling, Landscaping Industry

FAQs

What information is included on the California IWC Wage Order Poster?

This poster outlines wage, hour, and working condition requirements for specific industries and occupations. Depending on the applicable Wage Order, it may include information about minimum wages, overtime pay, meal and rest periods, reporting time pay, and workplace conditions. Each Wage Order addresses the requirements of a particular industry, so make sure you’re equipped with the correct poster.

How do I know which California IWC Wage Order applies to my business?

Choosing a California IWC Wage Order generally depends on your industry and the types of work your employees perform. California has Wage Orders covering various industries, including manufacturing, agriculture, transportation, and professional services. Employers can click on each of the industries above to help identify the appropriate Wage Order. Depending on the business and its employees' responsibilities, more than one Wage Order may apply.

Do employers need to replace their California IWC Wage Order Poster every year?

Not always, but employers should ensure that their posters reflect the most current requirements. Many California IWC Wage Orders are updated annually to reflect adjustments to certain wage requirements. For example, California's statewide minimum wage increased to $16.90 per hour on January 1, 2026. As such, an updated poster was necessary for all businesses.

Poster Weight: 0.3 lb
Poster Size: 24" x 39"
Poster Content: See which industry applies to you below under CONTENTS