New Jersey Employment Law Updates

Welcome to our comprehensive resource page for New Jersey employment law updates. Here, you will find the latest information on state employment laws for businesses in New Jersey.

Check back regularly or subscribe to our newsletter to ensure that you are always informed about the latest HR legal updates in New Jersey. Stay compliant and protect your business!

Want to
stay up to date?

Fill out the form below to receive monthly Legal HR Updates right in your inbox.

New Jersey | Wage and Tax Regulations

New Jersey
minimum wage

Minimum Wage

$15.13 for most employers

Minimum Wage
(Tipped Employee)

$5.26

Maximum Tip Credit

$8.87

New Jersey
state income tax

State Withholding

Supplemental
Wage Rate

No provision

Unemployment insurance

Max. Taxable Earning	$41,100
Employee Deductions	0.425%
Employee Tax Rates	0.6-6.4%
New Employer Rate	3.10%
Voluntary Contribution Permitted	Yes

The content of this publication is provided for informational purposes only and does not contain or constitute tax or legal advice. You should not act on this information without seeking tax or legal professional counsel.

Recent New Jersey Employment Law Updates

Find HR legal updates by jurisdiction:

Legal Update

Date

Link

New Jersey to Require Pay Transparency

October 31, 2024

Reminder New Jersey: Minimum Wage Increase Starts on January 1, 2025

October 31, 2024

Reminder New Jersey: Contractors and Subcontractors Must Submit Certified Payroll Online Starting August 15, 2024

October 1, 2024

New Jersey Secure Choice Savings Program Act Effective on September 15, 2024

September 30, 2024

New Jersey Supreme Court Held That “Wage Theft” Only Apply After Effective Date

August 30, 2024

New Jersey Supreme Court Gives Employers a One-Two Combo Punch

July 4, 2024

New Jersey Issues Guidance Aiming to Clarify Remote Workers' LAD Coverage

July 4, 2024

New Jersey’s Division on Civil Rights Published FAQs Regarding Family Leave Act (FLA)

April 16, 2024

New Jersey Domestic Workers Gain Protection

February 25, 2024

New Jersey Legislature Passes Consumer Data Privacy Bill

January 15, 2024

Discover more about our PEO services in New Jersey

New Jersey Employment Law Updates

Want to stay up to date?

New Jersey | Wage and Tax Regulations

Recent New Jersey Employment Law Updates

Amazing!

Want to
stay up to date?