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NYC Considers $30 Minimum Wage by 2030

3/13/2026

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New York City is considering raising the minimum wage to $30 by 2030, up from $17.
Councilwoman Sandy Nurse introduced the "30 For Our City" bill to address the cost of living for over 1 million workers, and the legislation is under review by the City Council.
The plan increases wages by company size, with large employers paying $30 by 2030 and smaller firms paying $29 by 2031.

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Story summary

New York City is considering raising the minimum wage to $30 by 2030, up from $17.
Councilwoman Sandy Nurse introduced the "30 For Our City" bill to address the cost of living for over 1 million workers, and the legislation is under review by the City Council.
The plan increases wages by company size, with large employers paying $30 by 2030 and smaller firms paying $29 by 2031.