On July 1, 2023, Pasadena's minimum wage rose to $16.93 per hour, but it only applies to work done within the city's borders. If someone works outside Pasadena but within California, they're entitled to at least California's state minimum wage, currently $16 per hour.
Counties may also have their own minimum wage for cities and areas within a county. For example, unincorporated parts of Los Angeles County, may have their own higher minimum wage laws. When there are overlapping minimum wage laws at the city, county, state, and federal levels, it's important to pay attention to detail to know which one applies. Generally, the highest wage among these laws usually applies, no matter the level of government enforcing it.