Raising the Minimum Wage
On January 1, 2025, the state minimum wage increased by $0.50 to $16.50 per hour in New York City, Long Island and Westchester County and by $0.50 to $15.50 per hour for the rest of the state.
The minimum wage is scheduled to increase by another $0.50 in 2026 as part of New York’s historic multiyear agreement between Governor Hochul and the New York State Legislature to index the minimum wage to inflation.
Then starting in 2027, the minimum wage will increase annually at a rate determined by the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI-W) for the Northeast Region — the most accurate regional measure of inflation. An "off-ramp" is available in the event of certain economic or budget conditions.
Additional information is available for tipped and other workers not covered by the general wage.
Information for Workers
New York State's Minimum Wage
Find out more information about the statewide minimum wage increases and what to expect.
Calculate Your Wage
Use our wage calculator to determine what your minimum wage rate will be.
File a Complaint
If you're not getting paid your minimum wage, find out how you can file a complaint.
Information for Businesses
Business Responsibilities Under the Law
Find out how the statewide minimum wage increase will impact your business and learn about your responsibilities as an employer.
Request Information and Documents
Businesses can request additional information and documents and learn more about employment laws.