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New York minimum wage rises to $17 downstate on Jan. 1, 2026
Under a 2023 deal, the minimum wage rose to $17 downstate and $16 upstate, to be indexed to inflation from 2027.
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Source: Spectrum News · Dec 22, 2025 · Credibility Tier 2 · Permalink https://reviewhochul.com/news/new-york-minimum-wage-rises-to-17-downstate-on-jan-1-2026
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