New York’s Minimum Wage History
| Prior to 1960, state minimum wage rates varied from industry to industry. | |
|---|---|
| October 1, 1960 | Newly established general minimum wage set at $1.00 |
| July 24, 2009 | Increased from $7.15 to $7.25 |
| December 31, 2013 | Increased from $7.25 to $8.00 |
| December 31, 2014 | Increased from $8.00 to $8.75 |
When did NYC get $15 minimum wage?
As of Dec. 31, 2020, the general hourly minimum wage in New York is: $15 in New York City (As it has been since Dec. 31, 2019)
What was NYS minimum wage in 2016?
$10.50
Rest of New York State General Minimum Wage
| Effective Date | NYC Small Biz | Rest of New York State |
|---|---|---|
| 12/31/2016 | $10.50 | $9.70 |
| 12/31/2017 | $12.00 | $10.40 |
| 12/31/2018 | $13.50 | $11.10 |
| 12/31/2019 | $15.00 | $11.80 |
What was minimum wage in NY 1994?
New York Minimum Wage History
| State | Wage | $ Wage Increase |
|---|---|---|
| New York Minimum Wage 1994 | $4.25 | $0 |
| New York Minimum Wage 1993 | $4.25 | $0 |
| New York Minimum Wage 1992 | $4.25 | $0 |
| New York Minimum Wage 1991 | $4.25 | $0.45 |
What was the minimum wage in NYS in 2021?
General Minimum Wage Rate Schedule
| Location | 12/31/16 | 2021* |
|---|---|---|
| NYC – Big Employers (of 11 or more) | $11.00 | |
| NYC – Small Employers (10 or less) | $10.50 | |
| Long Island & Westchester | $10.00 | $15.00 |
| Remainder of New York State Workers | $9.70 | * |
What was minimum wage in NY 2000?
$5.15
Minimum Wage Increases in NY Since 1990
| Year | New York Minimum Wage | New York Minimum Wage Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | $4.25 | $9,840 |
| 2000 | $5.15 | $10,712 |
| 2005 | $6.00 | $12,480 |
| 2006 | $6.75 | $14,040 |
What is the minimum wage in New York State?
The Minimum Wage Act (Article 19 of the New York State Labor Law) requires that all employees in New York State receive at least the applicable hourly Minimum Wage rate. This includes domestic workers and employees in the Nail Salon Industry.
What was the minimum wage in New York in 1962?
1962 to 1979, the state’s minimum wage was enough to keep a family of three above the federal poverty line, and actually increased from 1962 to 1970 – from $7.54/hour to $10.86/hour in 2012 dollars.
When does the federal minimum wage go up?
The Minimum Wage rates are scheduled to increase each year on 12/31 until they reach $15.00 per hour. *Annual increases for the rest of the state will continue until the rate reaches $15 minimum wage (and $10 tipped wage). Starting 2021, the annual increases will be published by the Commissioner of Labor on or before October 1.
What happens if an employer fails to pay the minimum wage?
The Commissioner of Labor may require an employer to pay: 1 Minimum wage underpayments and liquidated damages, PLUS 2 Interest and civil penalties up to 200% of the unpaid wages More …
