New York City Minimum Wage 2026 (NY)
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New York City, NY · Minimum Wage 2026
Effective 2026-01-01
New York City Minimum Wage vs. New York
| Jurisdiction | Minimum Wage | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| New York City | $17.00/hr | — |
| New York (state rate) | $16.00/hr | City is +$1.00/hr higher |
Does New York City Have Its Own Minimum Wage?
A city or county minimum wage ordinance sets a higher local wage floor than the state minimum, and employers within that jurisdiction must pay the higher local rate.
Yes. New York City has enacted its own local minimum wage ordinance, currently set at $17.00/hr, effective 2026-01-01. This rate is higher than the New York state minimum wage of $16.00/hr, and covered employers in New York City must pay the local rate. NYC, Long Island and Westchester County share the $17.00/hr rate.
New York City Wage Calculator
Frequently Asked Questions
The minimum wage in New York City is $17.00 per hour, set by the city's own local ordinance, effective 2026-01-01.
Yes. New York City has enacted a local minimum wage ordinance set at $17.00/hr, higher than the New York state minimum of $16.00/hr.
New York City's minimum wage of $17.00/hr is $1.00/hr higher than the New York state minimum of $16.00/hr.