Once again, New York State employers will see increases in minimum wage, tip credits (for hospitality) and salary basis thresholds. These increases will go into effect on December 31, 2021, and employers are well advised to address compliance before the effective date.
New York State Minimum Wage
Some minimum wage rates will increase on December 31, 2022. Workers in New York City employed by businesses with 11 or more employees shall continue to be paid a minimum wage rate of $15.00 per hour (same as the December 31, 2018 rate). Workers in New York City employed by businesses with 10 or fewer employees will continue to be paid a minimum wage rate of $15.00 per hour (same as the December 31, 2019 rate). Workers in Nassau, Suffolk, and Westchester Counties shall be paid a minimum wage rate of $15.00 per hour (up from $14.00). Workers in the rest of the State shall be paid a minimum wage rate of $13.20 per hour (up from $12.50).
Fast Food Minimum Wage
As of July 1, 2021, the minimum wage for individuals working at fast food establishments (anywhere in the State) is $15.00 per hour. No further increase is scheduled for December 31, 2021. A fast food establishment is any business that meets the following criteria: primarily serves food or drinks; offers limited service where customers order and pay before eating; and is part of a chain of 30 or more locations. A fast food worker is an individual whose job duties include at least one of the following: customer service; cooking;...
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