New Jersey workplace law quick facts
Legal calculators for New Jersey workers
High-stakes legal tools with New Jersey-specific laws and deadlines
Pay calculators for New Jersey workers
New Jersey minimum wage $15.49/hr - overtime after 40 hours/week
Benefits calculators for New Jersey workers
Retirement, PTO, and relocation tools with New Jersey context
About New Jersey workplace law
New Jersey workers are protected by a combination of federal law and New Jersey state statutes. Federal law sets minimum standards that apply in all 50 states, while New Jersey law may provide additional protections in areas like minimum wage, overtime, workers compensation, and family leave.
Key New Jersey workplace facts for 2026: The New Jersey minimum wage is $15.49 per hour. Workers compensation pays up to $1,131 per week for injured workers. Personal injury lawsuits must be filed within 2 years under New Jersey law. New Jersey has a state income tax of 9.0%. New Jersey offers paid family leave through New Jersey Family Leave Insurance (FLI).
All calculators on this page use official data from New Jersey government sources including the New Jersey Department of Labor, New Jersey Workers Compensation Board, New Jersey Department of Revenue, and relevant state statutes. Data is updated annually each January and whenever significant law changes occur.