New Jersey Minimum Wage 2026: $15.92/hr

Last updated: June 2026 — Source: New Jersey Department of Labor

New Jersey has its own minimum wage law. The state rate of $15.92/hr applies to most covered employees.

Minimum Wage

$15.92

per hour

Tipped Wage

$5.62

per hour (cash wage)

Effective Date

2026-01-01

New Jersey Overtime Rules

Weekly overtime threshold 40 hours
State overtime law Yes — state law

New Jersey requires overtime at 1.5x for hours over 40 per week, matching FLSA.

Additional Information

New Jersey adjusts annually for CPI (indexed since reaching $15.13 in 2024). Tipped minimum cash wage is $5.62/hr. Small employers (fewer than 6 employees) and seasonal employers: $15.23/hr.

Official source: New Jersey Department of Labor · Overtime: state labor standards

Data sourced from official state labor department websites and the US Department of Labor (dol.gov). Last updated: June 2026. Calculator results are estimates for informational purposes only. For disputes involving unpaid wages or wrongful termination, consult a licensed employment attorney in your state.

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