As of December 31, 2022, the minimum wage in New York State is $14.20 per hour, except for fast food industry workers in New York City, who have a minimum wage of $15.00 per hour. The minimum wage rate varies depending on the region, and is increasing every year until it reaches $15.00 or $16.00 per hour, depending on the region. The following is the minimum wage rate schedule:

• New York City: $15.00 per hour (as of December 31, 2021 and 2022), $16.00 per hour (as of January 1, 2024), $16.50 per hour (as of January 1, 2025), $17.00 per hour (as of January 1, 2026)
• Long Island and Westchester County: $15.00 per hour (as of December 31, 2021 and 2022), $16.00 per hour (as of January 1, 2024), $16.50 per hour (as of January 1, 2025), $17.00 per hour (as of January 1, 2026)
• Remainder of New York State: $13.20 per hour (as of December 31, 2021), $14.20 per hour (as of December 31, 2022), $15.00 per hour (as of December 31, 2023)

It is important to note that tipped workers have a different minimum wage rate, which varies by region. For more information, employers can refer to the Wage Order Summary.