New Jersey minimum wage in 2027
New Jersey’s minimum wage rises from $15.92 to $16.48 an hour on Jan 1, 2027, about $1,165 more a year for a full-time worker.
- Minimum wage from Jan 1, 2027$16.48/hrNow: $15.92
- Raise per hour+$0.563.5% more
- Full-time pay at the new rate$34,278/yr2,080 hours, before taxes
- Extra pay for a full-time worker+$1,165/yr
What changes in New Jersey
- Some small and seasonal employers have a separate rate; check the New Jersey Department of Labor for it.
New Jersey and nearby states
| State | Now | Jan 1, 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | $15.92 | $16.48 |
| New York | $17.00 | $17.00 |
| Pennsylvania | $7.25 | $7.25 |
| Delaware | $15.00 | $15.00 |
See every state’s 2027 minimum wage for the full list.
Common questions
What will New Jersey’s minimum wage be in 2027?
$16.48 an hour from January 1, 2027, announced by the state. It is $15.92 now.
How much is $16.48 an hour a year?
About $34,278 for a full-time worker at 2,080 hours, before taxes. That is $1,165 more than at today’s $15.92.
Does New Jersey use the federal minimum wage?
No. New Jersey’s rate is higher than the federal $7.25, so the state rate applies to most jobs. If a city or county sets a higher rate, that one applies.
When do employers have to start paying the new rate?
For hours worked on or after January 1, 2027, even if payday falls later in January.
Sources
- Minimum wage by state 2027, StartBusinessByState.com, Oct 16, 2026
- State minimum wage laws, U.S. Department of Labor
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