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New York Minimum Wage
As listed by the U.S. Department of Labor on 07/01/2026
- Basic minimum wage
- $16.00 to $17.00/hr
- State law
- Federal minimum wage
- $7.25/hr
The Department of Labor listed these rates on 07/01/2026. A change that took effect after that date may not appear yet. Some cities and counties in New York may set a higher minimum wage.
Basic minimum rates
Hourly rate and who it applies to
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| Applies to | Hourly rate |
|---|---|
| New York City, Nassau County, Suffolk County, & Westchester County | $17.00 |
| Remainder of the state | $16.00 |
Overtime and other rules
As described by the Department of Labor
Premium pay after: Weekly - 40
- The New York minimum wage equals the federal minimum wage when set below the federal rate.
- Residential workers ("live-in workers") receive premium pay for hours worked over 44 in a payroll week. Employers operating a factory, mercantile establishment, hotel, restaurant, freight/passenger elevator, or theater; or a building employing security guards, janitors, superintendents, managers, engineers, or firemen must provide 24 hours of consecutive rest each week. Domestic workers are entitled to 24 hours of consecutive rest each week, and receive premium pay if they work during such period.
- Employees receive 1 hour of pay at minimum wage rate in addition to owed wages when spread of hours exceeds 10 hours, there is a split shift, or both.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the minimum wage in New York?
- The Department of Labor lists the basic minimum wage in New York as $16.00 to $17.00 an hour (listed 07/01/2026).
- Does the minimum wage apply to tipped workers?
- Many states allow a lower cash wage for tipped employees as long as tips bring total pay up to the minimum wage. The Department of Labor publishes tipped wage rules for each state at dol.gov.
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division · Listed 07/01/2026