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- Updated October 29, 2026
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MoneyNew Jersey Minimum Wage 2026: $15.92 for Most Workers
New Jersey's 2026 minimum wage is $15.92 an hour for most workers, $15.23 at seasonal and small employers, $14.20 on farms and $6.05 cash for tipped workers. What each rate covers and what changes on January 1, 2027.
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