Abraham Lincoln wrote that to “secure to each laborer the whole product of his labor, or as nearly as possible, is a most worthy object of any good government.” One of the ways that employers take advantage of their employees is by not paying at least the minimum wage for every hour worked, or by not paying the correct rate for overtime hours worked by the employees. If you think you’ve experienced these kinds of wage violations, contact us for a free consultation to discuss your rights.

Minimum Wage & Overtime Rates in New York

All Employers:

NYC Employers With 11 or More Employees:

Minimum Wage:
$15.00/hr
Overtime Rate:
$22.50/hr

NYC Employers With 10 or Fewer Employees:

Minimum Wage:
$15.00/hr
Overtime Rate:
$22.50/hr

Nassau / Suffolk / Westchester - All Employees:

Minimum Wage:
$15.00/hr
Overtime Rate:
$22.50/hr

Rest of State (Outside NYC, Nassau, Suffolk & Westchester):

Minimum Wage:
$13.20/hr
Overtime Rate:
$19.80/hr

Fast Food Workers

The “fast food minimum wage” applies to employees who work for fast food restaurants that are part of chains with 30 or more outlets.

NYC Fast Food Employers:

Fast Food Minimum Wage:
$15.00/hr
Fast Food Overtime Rate:
$22.50/hr

Fast Food Employers – Outside NYC:

Fast Food Minimum Wage:
$15.00/hr
Fast Food Overtime Rate:
$22.50/hr

Minimum Wage & Overtime Rates in New Jersey

Most NJ Employers:

Minimum Wage:
$14.13/hr
Overtime Rate:
$21.20/hr

Seasonal and Small Employers (fewer than 6 employees):

Minimum Wage:
$12.93/hr
Overtime Rate:
$19.40/hr

Wages for Long-Term Care Facility Direct Care Staff Members:

Minimum Wage:
$17.13/hr
Overtime Rate:
$25.70/hr

Are you a Tipped Employee?

If you are a tipped employee, find out your minimum wage and overtime rates:

Tipped Employee Minimum Wage Rates