It's difficult to answer your question since the decision on whether you qualify for unemployment benefits is decided on a case-by-case basis, with consideration given to your unique situation.The California EDD has a benefit determination guide on its website discussing how decisions are made for different situations. Here is the direct link to decisions reached when an employee quits due to dissatisfaction with wages:  http://www.edd.ca.gov/UIBDG/Voluntary_Quit_VQ_500.htm#Wages.Perhaps this will assist you.