New York: minimum wage
Each state's current minimum hourly wage and whether the federal $7.25 rate is what applies.
Checked on official source| State minimum wage | $17.00 (NYC, Long Island, Westchester); $16.00 elsewhere |
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| Is the federal $7.25 the rate that applies? | No, the state rate is higher |
Where state and federal minimums differ, you get the higher one. Some cities and counties set higher rates, and tipped, youth and training rates differ.
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How we checked this
Rates come from the U.S. Department of Labor's state minimum wage table, updated November 5, 2026. Last checked: November 12, 2026. Laws change; confirm with the state agency or a licensed professional before acting.
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