Manufacturing workers compensation in New York
Manufacturing businesses in New York pay a median rate of $2.40 per $100 of payroll, ranging from $0.226 to $21.77. The national median for Manufacturing is $1.46, so New York sits 64% above the national average. 192 unique NCCI class codes are filed in this state for Manufacturing occupations. Verified 2026-05-09.
Top Manufacturing class codes in New York
The class codes most likely to apply to a Manufacturing operation in New York, sorted from cheapest to most expensive per $100 of payroll. Click into any code for the full state-by-state rate comparison.
| Code | Occupation | Rate per $100 | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2501 | Clothing Manufacturing | $0.500 | HIGH |
| 2660 | Chemical Mfg. - Soap, Detergent | $1.36 | HIGH |
| 2111 | Malt House Operation | $1.88 | HIGH |
| 3085 | Aircraft Mfg. | $2.58 | HIGH |
| 4470 | Textile Weaving Mills | $2.69 | HIGH |
| 1701 | Cement Manufacturing | $2.92 | HIGH |
| 2759 | Set-Up Paper Box Mfg. | $3.90 | HIGH |
| 3365 | Metal Plating & Finishing | $3.96 | HIGH |
| 3081 | Automobile Mfg. | $3.98 | HIGH |
| 1710 | Stone Cutting or Polishing | $5.32 | HIGH |
New York compliance for Manufacturing employers
Coverage threshold
All employers with one or more employees must carry workers' compensation insurance.
1099 vs W-2 in Manufacturing
Individuals classified as 1099 contractors are often deemed employees for workers' compensation purposes unless they meet strict independent contractor criteria.
Owner exclusion
Allowed in New York. Sole proprietor self-coverage optional; LLC member self-coverage optional.
Max weekly benefit
$1,222 at 66.67% of average weekly wage, effective 2025-07-01.
Statute of limitations
2 years from injury date in New York.
Audit window
New York carriers audit payroll Typically within 90 days of policy expiration, but can extend longer.. Keep Manufacturing payroll segregated by class code and have job-duty documentation ready.
Cross-cite: full New York workers comp overview · Manufacturing cross-state rate comparison · New York workers comp lawyer guide · New York settlement chart
Estimate your Manufacturing premium in New York
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Estimated annual premium for Manufacturing in New York
$1,130to$108,835
Median: $12,005 · Rate range $0.226 to $21.77 per $100 payroll
Industry median across all states
$7,300
Cheapest states for Manufacturing
- Utah $0.490
- Kentucky $0.940
- Virginia $0.950
Most expensive
- California $4.74
- New Jersey $3.56
- Hawaii $2.94
Estimate based on 24 states of rate-filing data. Actual premium also reflects experience modifier, schedule credits, and carrier underwriting.
Filing checklist for Manufacturing businesses in New York
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Step 1, Confirm coverage threshold
All employers with one or more employees must carry workers' compensation insurance. For Manufacturing operations, this typically applies once you make a first W-2 hire, even part-time.
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Step 2, Pick the right class code
Manufacturing businesses typically use codes like 6872, 3081, 3085. The wrong code can cost 4 to 10x more or get reclassified at audit. In New York, the cheapest code on this list is 2501 at $0.500 and the most expensive is 1710 at $5.32.
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Step 3, Get a quote
New York State Insurance Fund is one option in New York; private carriers (Travelers, Hartford, Liberty Mutual, AmTrust) also write coverage. Schedule credits up to 25% are typical for low-loss accounts.
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Step 4, Document subcontractors
A general contractor is liable for workers' compensation benefits to employees of an uninsured subcontractor. Manufacturing operators with crews of 1099s should keep certificates of insurance for every sub, otherwise the GC absorbs the sub liability at audit.
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Step 5, Annual audit
Carriers audit payroll Typically within 90 days of policy expiration, but can extend longer.. Have payroll segregated by class code, job descriptions on file, and overtime properly excluded from rated payroll. Manufacturing class allocation can shift if any worker spends more than 50% of time on a different code.
Manufacturing workers comp FAQs in New York
What is the typical workers comp rate for Manufacturing in New York?
Manufacturing employers in New York pay a median rate of $2.40 per $100 of payroll, with rates ranging from $0.226 to $21.77 depending on the specific class code. The national median across all states for Manufacturing is $1.46, so New York sits about 64% above the national average.
How many Manufacturing class codes are filed in New York?
New York has 192 unique NCCI class codes filed for Manufacturing occupations, drawn from 192 state-class code rate cells in our dataset. The most common codes include 6872 (Ship Building), 3081 (Automobile Mfg.), 3085 (Aircraft Mfg.).
Are Manufacturing 1099 contractors covered by workers comp in New York?
Individuals classified as 1099 contractors are often deemed employees for workers' compensation purposes unless they meet strict independent contractor criteria.
What is the maximum weekly benefit for an injured Manufacturing worker in New York?
New York caps weekly workers comp benefits at $1,222 (effective 2025-07-01), calculated as 66.67% of the average weekly wage. Manufacturing workers are subject to the same statutory cap as workers in any other industry.
How long does a Manufacturing worker have to file a comp claim in New York?
The statute of limitations in New York is 2 years from the date of injury. Most claims also require notice to the employer within 30 days. Manufacturing workers should report any incident on the date it happens, even minor strains, because cumulative trauma claims can fail without contemporaneous documentation.
Can a Manufacturing business owner exclude themselves from comp coverage in New York?
Yes, New York allows business owners (sole proprietors, partners, LLC members, corporate officers) to file an exclusion election. Manufacturing owner-operators often elect out to keep premium below the minimum. Sole-proprietor self-coverage is not required, and LLC member self-coverage is not required.