On January 1, 2024, the minimum wage for workers in New York City, Westchester, and Long Island increased to $16 per hour for all businesses. The minimum wage for workers in the rest of New York State will remain a $15 per hour. 

If the Federal minimum wage increases above the State minimum wage, the State wage will rise accordingly.

Learn more about New York State minimum wage laws.

You can also get help with Unpaid Wage Recovery.

You can file a complaint to recover money if you work for a contractor on a construction project for the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) and were not paid the correct wages.

Online

File a prevailing wage complaint through NYCHA.

By Phone

As part of a settlement with the New York State Attorney General, some Lyft and Uber Drivers are eligible to receive back payments. 

Find out if you are eligible and file a claim.