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New Employer Payroll Setup: Step-by-Step Checklist for 2026
Get your EIN, register with NY DOL, choose payroll frequency, and run your first payroll ? the complete checklist.
Practical guides on NY payroll taxes, DOL registration, SDI, PFL, SUI, MCTMT, and wage laws ? written for small business owners, not accountants.
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Get your EIN, register with NY DOL, choose payroll frequency, and run your first payroll ? the complete checklist.
New York follows federal OT rules ? 1.5x after 40 hrs/week. Plus exempt salary thresholds higher than federal in NYC.
NYC and downstate counties $16.50/hr, rest of state $15.00/hr, annual CPI increases, and no tip credit below minimum.
All NY employer taxes ? state income tax withholding, SUI, SDI, PFL, and the MCTMT. Rates, wage bases, and filing schedules explained.
Get your EIN, register with NY DOL, choose payroll frequency, and run your first payroll ? the complete checklist.
New York follows federal OT rules ? 1.5x after 40 hrs/week. Plus exempt salary thresholds higher than federal in NYC.
NYC and downstate counties $16.50/hr, rest of state $15.00/hr, annual CPI increases, and no tip credit below minimum.
New York follows federal OT rules ? 1.5x after 40 hrs/week. Plus exempt salary thresholds higher than federal in NYC.
NYC and downstate counties $16.50/hr, rest of state $15.00/hr, annual CPI increases, and no tip credit below minimum.
All NY employer taxes ? state income tax withholding, SUI, SDI, PFL, and the MCTMT. Rates, wage bases, and filing schedules explained.
Get your EIN, register with NY DOL, choose payroll frequency, and run your first payroll ? the complete checklist.
New York follows federal OT rules ? 1.5x after 40 hrs/week. Plus exempt salary thresholds higher than federal in NYC.
NYC and downstate counties $16.50/hr, rest of state $15.00/hr, annual CPI increases, and no tip credit below minimum.
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This article is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, or professional advice. Employment laws, tax regulations, and compliance requirements change frequently. The information on this page reflects our understanding as of the date noted above and may not reflect recent changes in federal or New York state law. Do not act or refrain from acting based solely on the information in this article. Always consult a qualified attorney, CPA, or HR professional familiar with New York law before making payroll or compliance decisions for your business.