New York Minimum Wage 2026
The New York minimum wage is $16.00 an hour in 2026. $17.00 an hour in New York City, Long Island and Westchester, and $16.00 in the rest of the state. From 2027 the rates rise with inflation.
| Hourly | $16.00 |
| Daily (8 hours) | $128.00 |
| Weekly (40 hours) | $640.00 |
| Every 2 weeks | $1,280.00 |
| Monthly | $2,773.33 |
| Yearly | $33,280 |
| Overtime hour (1.5×) | $24.00 |
| Federal income tax | -$1,814 |
| Social Security + Medicare | -$2,546 |
| New York taxes | -$1,375 |
| Take-home pay | $27,545 |
New York vs neighboring states
| State | 2026 minimum wage | Full-time yearly |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $16.00 | $33,280 |
| New Jersey | $15.92 | $33,114 |
| Pennsylvania | $7.25 | $15,080 |
| Connecticut | $16.94 | $35,235 |
| Massachusetts | $15.00 | $31,200 |
| Vermont | $14.42 | $29,994 |
Common questions
What is the New York minimum wage in 2026?
The New York minimum wage is $16.00 an hour in 2026. $17.00 an hour in New York City, Long Island and Westchester, and $16.00 in the rest of the state. From 2027 the rates rise with inflation.
When did the New York minimum wage last change?
The current $16.00 rate has applied since January 1, 2026.
How much is minimum wage full time in New York after taxes?
Working 40 hours a week, $16.00 an hour is $33,280 a year before taxes. A single filer keeps about $27,545 a year, or $1,059.44 every two weeks, after federal and New York taxes.
Is the New York minimum wage higher than the federal minimum wage?
Yes. At $16.00 an hour, New York's minimum is $8.75 (121%) above the federal $7.25. When state and federal rates differ, employers must pay the higher one.
What is overtime pay at the New York minimum wage?
Overtime is at least 1.5 times the regular rate, so each overtime hour at the New York minimum wage pays at least $24.00.
Some workers, such as tipped employees, minors and employees of very small businesses, may have different minimums. Check the New York labor department for your situation.