PEO services in New York
A PEO helps New York employers manage multi-state payroll, and benefits while staying compliant with New York's rules. As of 2026, New York's minimum wage is $17.00/hr and the state unemployment (SUTA) taxable wage base is $17,600. ONYX benchmarks the top PEOs against your current setup so New York companies stop overpaying by 15–40%.
New York employer snapshot (2026)
The structural facts that shape payroll and benefits cost in New York. Verify current figures with the state agency before relying on any single number.
$17.00 eff. 1-1-2026 in NYC, Long Island and Westchester; $16.00 in the rest of the state. Indexed thereafter.
Standard employer base; some states assign a higher base to max-rated employers.
Employers withhold state income tax.
Coverage available through private carriers and PEO programs.
The short answer
Highly regulated: regional minimum wages, statewide paid sick leave, paid family leave, pay-transparency in postings, and paid prenatal leave (2025).
Major metros we serve in New York: New York City, Buffalo, Rochester, Albany.
Common New York PEO questions
Can a PEO operate in New York?
Yes. PEOs operate in New York and handle New York payroll tax, the $17,600 SUTA wage base, benefits, and workers' comp through competitive carriers. ONYX benchmarks the PEOs that operate in New York against your current setup.
What is the 2026 minimum wage in New York?
New York's minimum wage is $17.00/hr as of 2026. $17.00 eff. 1-1-2026 in NYC, Long Island and Westchester; $16.00 in the rest of the state. Indexed thereafter.
How much can a New York company save with a PEO?
Most companies ONYX works with save 15–40% of total people cost by moving to a better-fit PEO. We model the exact savings for your New York census for free in 3–5 business days.
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