New York Minimum Wage 2026 & 2027
The New York minimum wage is $16.00 an hour as of 2026-10-25. Full time, that is about $33,280 a year.
New York minimum wage rates
| Hourly rate | |
|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 | $16.00 |
| January 1, 2027 | $16.00 (no change) |
| Tipped workers (cash wage) | $10.70 |
| Federal minimum | $7.25 |
Earnings at $16.00 an hour
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Per week (40 hours) | $640 |
| Per month | $2,773 |
| Per year (2,080 hours) | $33,280 |
| Take-home per month after federal tax & FICA | $2,410 |
Other payroll deductions in New York
| Program | Employee rate | Wage cap |
|---|---|---|
| Disability Benefits (DBL) | 0.5% | $6,240 |
| Paid Family Leave | 0.432% | $95,349 |
Details
- Base rate shown is rest of state. NYC, Long Island & Westchester: $17.00 (2026 and 2027).
- NYSDOL: inflation 'off-ramp' triggered, so no increase on 2027-01-01. Home care aides rise to $20.00 / $19.00 on 2027-01-01.
- Tipped food service workers cash wage: $11.35 (NYC/LI/Westchester), $10.70 (rest). Tipped service employees: $14.15 / $13.30.
Sources: dol.ny.gov · dol.gov
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in New York in 2026?
$16.00 an hour as of 2026-10-25.
Will the New York minimum wage go up in 2027?
No increase is scheduled for January 1, 2027.
What is the tipped minimum wage in New York?
$10.70 an hour in cash wages; tips must make up the difference to the full minimum wage.
How much is $16 an hour per year?
$33,280 a year at 40 hours a week, or about $2,773 a month before taxes.