Minimum wage in New Jersey
$15.92 an hour, per the U.S. Department of Labor. Full time (2,080 hours) that is $33,114 a year before tax (our calculation). Adjusted annually; $15.23 for small and seasonal employers
Note: Adjusted annually; $15.23 for small and seasonal employers
Minimum wage
$15.92
an hour
A year, full time
$33,114
A month
$2,759
Rank
44 of 51
1 = lowest; +120% vs U.S.
| State | Minimum wage | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | $15.16 | 42 |
| Oregon | $15.55 | 43 |
| New Jersey | $15.92 | 44 |
| Hawaii | $16.00 | 45 |
| New York | $16.00 | 46 |
| U.S. | $7.25 | - |
Common questions
What is the minimum wage in New Jersey?
$15.92 an hour, per the U.S. Department of Labor. Full time (2,080 hours) that is $33,114 a year before tax (our calculation). Adjusted annually; $15.23 for small and seasonal employers
How does New Jersey's minimum wage compare?
New Jersey ranks 44 of 51 (1 = lowest). The federal minimum is $7.25 an hour.
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