New Jersey Labor Law & Payroll Quick Reference (2026)
A plain-English summary of the key New Jersey employment rules small businesses need to know: minimum wage, overtime, breaks, paid leave, and final pay.
New Jersey Quick Reference Table
| Minimum Wage (2026) | $15.49/hr (most employers) |
|---|---|
| Overtime | 1.5x over 40 hrs/week |
| Meal & Rest Breaks | No general meal-break mandate for adults |
| Paid Sick Leave | Earned Sick Leave: up to 40 hrs/year (1 hr per 30 worked) |
| Final Paycheck | Final pay by next regular payday |
| Notable Rules | NJ Family Leave Insurance and Temporary Disability Insurance |
Running Compliant Payroll in New Jersey
Staying compliant in New Jersey means applying the right minimum wage, calculating overtime correctly, honoring break and paid-leave rules, and meeting final-paycheck deadlines. MyCo automates all of this so every pay run follows New Jersey and federal rules without manual lookups.
For a hands-on take-home pay estimate, try our New Jersey paycheck calculator.
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What is the New Jersey minimum wage in 2026?
The New Jersey minimum wage is $15.49/hr (most employers).
How does overtime work in New Jersey?
1.5x over 40 hrs/week.
When is a final paycheck due in New Jersey?
Final pay by next regular payday.
Does New Jersey require paid sick leave?
Earned Sick Leave: up to 40 hrs/year (1 hr per 30 worked).
How does MyCo help with New Jersey compliance?
MyCo applies New Jersey minimum wage, overtime, paid-leave, and final-pay rules automatically and produces payroll-ready data; US payroll tax filing is configured during onboarding through your payroll provider.