New York Minimum Wage (2025)
Current minimum wage information for New York with latest regulations and requirements.
Quick Facts
Basic Minimum Rate
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The New York minimum wage for 2025 varies based on specific employer criteria. Current rates are set at 16.50 (NYC, Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester) and 15.50 elsewhere.
For tipped employees in New York, the minimum cash wage is $11.65 (NYC/LI/WC), 10.40 (Rest of NY) per hour. Employers may take a tip credit, but must ensure tipped employees earn at least the full minimum wage of 16.50 (NYC, Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester); 15.50 elsewhere when direct wages and tips are combined. Tip credit allowed only in hospitality. Total earnings must meet full minimum wage: $16.50 in NYC/LI/WC, $15.50 elsewhere. Understanding the tipped minimum wage is essential for both employers and workers in the service industry.
New York allows a youth minimum wage of $15.50–16.50 per hour under specific conditions. No separate youth wage. Full applicable minimum wage applies to all workers based on region. This reduced training wage helps employers create entry-level opportunities while ensuring young workers receive fair compensation during their initial employment period.
In addition to the base minimum wage, New York has specific overtime and premium pay requirements. Weekly overtime is required after 40 hours. Employers must carefully track working hours to ensure compliance with these regulations.
Important considerations for New York's minimum wage law include: Special rules for residential, spread of hours, and rest days. Employers should consult with legal counsel to ensure full compliance with these provisions.
For the most current and authoritative information on New York's minimum wage laws and regulations, employers and workers should consult the official New York labor department website or legal counsel. Understanding your rights and obligations regarding minimum wage, tipped wages, and youth employment is essential for both employers and employees.
Minimum Wage Rates for 2025
Standard Minimum Wage by Region
| Region | Standard Minimum Wage |
|---|---|
| NYC, Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester | $16.50 |
| Standard | $15.50 |
Tipped Employee Minimum Wage
Tip credit allowed only in hospitality. Total earnings must meet full minimum wage: $16.50 in NYC/LI/WC, $15.50 elsewhere.
Youth & Training Wage
No separate youth wage. Full applicable minimum wage applies to all workers based on region.
Premium Pay Rules
| Type | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Weekly | 40 |
Notes & Exceptions
Special rules for residential, spread of hours, and rest days.
Related Labor Laws in New York
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Employers with 5-99 employees must provide 40 hours of paid sick leave annually. Employers with 100+ employees must provide 56 hours. Smaller businesses provide unpaid sick leave.
Applies To
Most employers with exceptions for certain industries.
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30-minute noonday break for shifts of 6+ hours. Additional requirements for factory workers and other industries.
Applies To
Most employees with industry-specific variations.
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Manual workers must be paid weekly. Clerical and other workers can be paid semi-monthly.
Applies To
All employers with variations by job type.
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All earned wages must be paid no later than the regular payday for the pay period in which termination occurred.
Applies To
All employers.
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State follows the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions without additional requirements.
Applies To
Most non-exempt employees.