Based upon current law which ties minimum wage increases to inflation with certain “off-ramps” triggering a freeze on an increase, New York’s minimum wage will not increase for 2027. This means that the minimum wage will remain as follows:

• $17.00 per hour for New York City and Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester Counties
• $16.00 for the remainder of New York State

In light of the minimum wage not increasing for 2027, Governor Hochul has stated she will propose legislation changing the off-ramp provisions, which would allow an inflation-based minimum wage increase later in 2027. Despite this proposed legislation, which we will monitor, employers should continue to maintain the current minimum wage into 2027.

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If you have questions or would like additional information, please contact our Labor & Employment attorneys or the primary EGS attorney with whom you work.