As of 12/31/2020, the basic minimum wage will be $12.50 per hour in most of New York State.
The minimum wage rate differs based on: the fast food industry, tipped workers, Long Island, Westchester County, large and small employers in New York City.
General Minimum Wage Rate Schedule
NYC – Large & Small Employers $15.00
Long Island & Westchester $14.00
Remainder of New York State $12.50
For more information on the increased minimum wage specific to your industry, please click here.
Employers must post a Minimum Wage Information poster as well as various other posters in their place of work visible to all employees.