Nj Minimum Wage 2024 Small Business 2024. 1, new jersey’s minimum wage will rise by $1 and reach its highest level ever, $15.13 an hour, thanks to a law passed by democratic lawmakers and signed by gov. The minimum wage for seasonal and small business employees will increase from $11.90 to $12.93 per hour.

The increase is part of legislation. Seasonal and small businesses (fewer than 6 employees) will see their minimum wage increase to $13.73/hour on january 1, 2024;