New Jersey’s Statewide Minimum Wage Rises Above $14 Per Hour
New Jersey’s minimum wage has officially increased by $1.13. Effective January 1, 2023, the state of New Jersey’s minimum wage is now $14.13 for most workers. The increase is part…
New Jersey's minimum wage has officially increased by $1.13.
Effective January 1, 2023, the state of New Jersey's minimum wage is now $14.13 for most workers. The increase is part of legislation signed by Governor Murphy in February 2019 that gradually raises the minimum wage to $15 per hour by 2024.
Most employees have minimum wage protection under the law. However, there are exceptions such as outside salespersons, minors under the age of 18, and food service, among others.
According to a press release, the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development sets the minimum wage for the coming year using the rate specified in the law or a calculation based on the CPI, whichever is higher.
"By continuing our path to a $15/hour minimum wage, we are building a stronger and fairer economy that works for every family, beginning with supporting our middle class," Governor Murphy shared on Twitter.
Under the law, seasonal and small employers are given until 2026 to pay their workers $15 per hour and agricultural workers are guided by a separate minimum wage timetable through 2027 per the NJDOL.
Click here to view New Jersey's minimum wage chart or visit www.nj.gov/labor/ for more information.
For the first time ever, Yelp has revealed its list of the top 100 places to eat in New Jersey with almost every county being represented. The collection of eateries features established businesses as well as some that are newer to the scene in 2022.
While representing a variety of cuisines across the state, Yelp ranked each spot on the list using a number of factors such as the total volume and ratings of reviews on its sites between January 1 and November 3 of 2022.
The statewide list features some standout names that even people from out of town would recognize due to famed dishes, popular chefs, and more. There's everything from Sushi, Italian, pizza, steakhouses, and everything in between.
For some, now might be the time to adventure out and make a reservation or two in the New Year with your family and friends.
If your favorite New Jersey restaurant or local dining spot didn't make the cut, Yelp encourages you to visit its site and leave a review as the list is curated by you and its community.
