Subject Number 046-1781

New York State Workers’ Compensation Board Announces 2026 Assessment Rate

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October 30, 2025

Pursuant to WCL §151, the Chair of the New York State Workers' Compensation Board (Board) shall annually establish an assessment rate for all employers by November 1 of each year, to be effective January 1 of the subsequent calendar year.  For calendar year 2026, the rate shall be 7.0% of the standard premium or premium equivalent.

Please contact the Board by e-mail at: WCBFinanceOffice@wcb.ny.gov with any questions on the assessment rate.