New York Labor Law & Payroll Quick Reference (2026)
A plain-English summary of the key New York employment rules small businesses need to know: minimum wage, overtime, breaks, paid leave, and final pay.
New York Quick Reference Table
| Minimum Wage (2026) | $16.50/hr in NYC, Long Island, Westchester; $15.50/hr upstate |
|---|---|
| Overtime | 1.5x over 40 hrs/week; spread-of-hours pay may apply |
| Meal & Rest Breaks | Meal breaks required (30-60 min) based on shift length |
| Paid Sick Leave | Paid sick leave: up to 40-56 hrs/year based on employer size |
| Final Paycheck | Final pay by next regular payday |
| Notable Rules | NY Paid Family Leave and strict wage-notice (WTPA) rules |
Running Compliant Payroll in New York
Staying compliant in New York 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 York and federal rules without manual lookups.
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What is the New York minimum wage in 2026?
The New York minimum wage is $16.50/hr in NYC, Long Island, Westchester; $15.50/hr upstate.
How does overtime work in New York?
1.5x over 40 hrs/week; spread-of-hours pay may apply.
When is a final paycheck due in New York?
Final pay by next regular payday.
Does New York require paid sick leave?
Paid sick leave: up to 40-56 hrs/year based on employer size.
How does MyCo help with New York compliance?
MyCo applies New York 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.