New York · Checked October 25, 2026
New York minimum wage, overtime and final paycheck rules
The New York minimum wage is $16.00 to $17.00 an hour. Next: No increase on January 1, 2027 (a legal off-ramp was triggered). A March 1, 2027 increase is proposed but not law..
Minimum wage
New York: $16.00 to $17.00 an hour. $17.00 in New York City, Long Island and Westchester; $16.00 in the rest of the state.
Coming up: No increase on January 1, 2027 (a legal off-ramp was triggered). A March 1, 2027 increase is proposed but not law..
Tipped employees
Lowest cash wage before tips: Varies by region and industry. Tips plus the cash wage must reach at least the full minimum wage each workweek, or the employer makes up the difference.
Overtime
Time and a half after 40 hours in a workweek, the federal rule. New York does not add a daily overtime rule.
Final paycheck
| Fired or laid off | Next scheduled payday |
|---|---|
| Quits | Next scheduled payday |
| Law | N.Y. Lab. Law 191 |
Take-home pay in New York
See what a paycheck looks like after federal and New York taxes with the New York paycheck calculator.
Sources
- U.S. Department of Labor, Consolidated State Minimum Wage Table (July 1, 2026)
- U.S. Department of Labor, Minimum Wages for Tipped Employees (July 1, 2026)
- New York State, minimum wage for 2027
- Final pay: Nolo, Final Paycheck Laws by State (statute citations listed per state)
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in New York?
$16.00 to $17.00 an hour as of October 25, 2026. $17.00 in New York City, Long Island and Westchester; $16.00 in the rest of the state.
Is the New York minimum wage going up in 2027?
No increase on January 1, 2027 (a legal off-ramp was triggered). A March 1, 2027 increase is proposed but not law..
When is a final paycheck due in New York?
If fired or laid off: next scheduled payday. If the employee quits: next scheduled payday.
These are summaries of state law for general information, not legal advice. Cities and counties can set higher minimums, and special rules cover minors, trainees, farm work and some industries. Check with the state labor department before you make a pay decision.