New York labor laws
The pay and leave rules New York employers most often ask about: posting salary ranges, paid sick leave, overtime and state leave programs.
Last verified November 2, 2026. Sources: dol.ny.gov, ny.gov.
Pay transparency
Status: in effect since September 17, 2023. Who's covered: 4+ employees.
good-faith pay range in postings for jobs, promotions, transfers; job description if exists
Employers may not ask applicants about their pay history.
NYC, Westchester, Ithaca, Albany County range laws; Suffolk salary history ban
Paid sick leave
New York requires paid sick leave: 1 hour per 30 hours worked, capped at 40 hrs (<100 emp; unpaid if 0-4 and net income ≤$1M); 56 hrs (100+). Coverage: all private employers.
NYC ESSTA (expanded 2026-02-22) and Westchester ordinances
Overtime
Non-exempt employees earn 1.5 times their regular rate for hours over 40 in a workweek under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Exempt salary threshold set by state ($1,275/week downstate, $1,199.10 upstate in 2026).
State paid leave and disability insurance
- Paid Family Leave: employees contribute 0.432% of wages. Employee-paid 0.432% of wages up to the SAWW-based cap (max $411.91 in 2026). 2027: 0.452%, max $451.81 (DFS rate decision).
- Disability Benefits (DBL): employees contribute 0.5% of wages. Employee 0.5% of wages, max $0.60/week ($31.20/yr); employer pays remainder of insured plan cost (varies).
Frequently asked questions
- Does New York require salary ranges in job postings?
- Yes. good-faith pay range in postings for jobs, promotions, transfers; job description if exists Coverage: 4+ employees.
- Is paid sick leave required in New York?
- Yes. 1 hour per 30 hours worked, up to 40 hrs (<100 emp; unpaid if 0-4 and net income ≤$1M); 56 hrs (100+).
- When is overtime due in New York?
- For non-exempt employees, at 1.5 times the regular rate after 40 hours in a workweek. Exempt salary threshold set by state ($1,275/week downstate, $1,199.10 upstate in 2026).