Once the legal dust settles, third-party delivery providers will be obligated to pay their delivery workers a minimum wage of approximately $18 per hour before factoring in tips. This rate, slated to increase every April 1, exceeds the city’s standard minimum wage, acknowledging the unique financial challenges faced by gig workers. Presently, food delivery workers typically earn an estimated $7 to $11 per hour on average.
NYC Breaks Ground: Delivery Giants Forced to Pay $18/hr Minimum Wage
Legal Victory: NYC Ensures Fair Wages for Delivery Workers
