2026 Per Diem Calculator for New York
When traveling for business in New York, here are the per diem rates you’re allowed for hotels, meals, and incidentals.
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Per Diem Rates for Lodging in New York
The General Services Administration set the per diem rates on a monthly basis for all destinations in New York. Here are the per diem rates that apply in New York when you travel there for business.
City | County | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Standard Rate | Applies for all locations without specified rates | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 |
Albany | Albany | $117 | $117 | $117 | $117 | $117 | $117 | $117 | $117 | $117 | $117 | $117 | $117 |
Binghamton | Broome | $117 | $117 | $117 | $117 | $117 | $117 | $117 | $117 | $117 | $117 | $117 | $117 |
Buffalo | Erie | $126 | $126 | $126 | $126 | $126 | $126 | $139 | $139 | $126 | $126 | $126 | $126 |
Floral Park / Garden City / Great Neck | Nassau | $164 | $164 | $164 | $164 | $164 | $164 | $164 | $164 | $164 | $164 | $164 | $164 |
Glens Falls | Warren | $117 | $117 | $117 | $117 | $117 | $117 | $186 | $186 | $117 | $117 | $117 | $117 |
Ithaca | Tompkins | $144 | $144 | $144 | $144 | $144 | $144 | $144 | $144 | $144 | $144 | $144 | $144 |
Kingston | Ulster | $139 | $139 | $139 | $139 | $139 | $139 | $139 | $139 | $139 | $139 | $139 | $139 |
Lake Placid | Essex | $165 | $165 | $144 | $144 | $144 | $144 | $238 | $238 | $165 | $165 | $165 | $165 |
New York City | Bronx / Kings / New York / Queens / Richmond | $179 | $179 | $281 | $281 | $281 | $281 | $237 | $237 | $342 | $342 | $342 | $342 |
Niagara Falls | Niagara | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $142 | $142 | $142 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 |
Per Diem Rates for Meals and Incidentals in New York
City | County | Lodging | Meals & Incidentals rate | Trip totals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Standard Rate | Applies for all locations without specified rates | $110 | $73 | $183 |
Albany | Albany | $117 | $91 | $208 |
Binghamton | Broome | $117 | $79 | $196 |
Buffalo | Erie | $128 | $85 | $213 |
Floral Park / Garden City / Great Neck | Nassau | $164 | $91 | $255 |
Glens Falls | Warren | $129 | $91 | $220 |
Ithaca | Tompkins | $144 | $85 | $229 |
Kingston | Ulster | $139 | $91 | $230 |
Lake Placid | Essex | $170 | $91 | $261 |
New York City | Bronx / Kings / New York / Queens / Richmond | $277 | $97 | $374 |
Niagara Falls | Niagara | $118 | $85 | $203 |
Frequently visited states for business
Planning a business trip to New York
Per diem rates in New York can differ by destination and, in some markets, by month. Before booking, compare the city rate in this calculator with your company’s corporate travel policy—including any hotel cap, booking-channel rule, or approval requirement.
Where business travelers stay in New York
For a trip involving New York City, Buffalo, and Albany, travelers building an itinerary around a venue or arrival point can compare hotels near Javits Center and hotels near JFK airport with the per-diem rate for that market. Location, transfer time, and an early departure can matter as much as the nightly price.
Conferences, meetings, and company offsites
When an agenda combines client meetings, a conference, or an offsite in New York, choose the rate for the actual overnight location rather than a nearby market. Confirm the venue, airport, and hotel plan before the trip so attendees are working from the same assumptions.
Using per diem and documenting expenses
Per diem is an allowance framework, not a substitute for an employer’s rules. Treat each qualifying business expense according to your policy, retain supporting documentation when required, and submit an expense report with the business purpose and trip details your organization requests.
Top Industries:
- Finance: Includes major firms like Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan Chase, centered in New York City.
- Media and Entertainment: Includes major companies such as NBCUniversal and Warner Bros., based in New York City.
- Healthcare: Major hospitals and medical research institutions, including NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital.
- Technology: Includes tech startups and major firms in New York City and upstate regions.
- Education: Home to prestigious universities like Columbia University and New York University.
- Retail: Major shopping destinations and flagship stores in New York City.
- Tourism: Attractions include Times Square, Broadway, and natural parks.
- Manufacturing: Includes electronics, machinery, and apparel.
- Real Estate: Significant commercial and residential real estate development, particularly in New York City.
- Agriculture: Includes dairy farming, apples, and other crops upstate.
Some of the Biggest Companies:
- JPMorgan Chase & Co. (New York City): Major global financial services firm.
- Goldman Sachs (New York City): Investment banking and financial services firm.
- Verizon Communications (New York City): Telecommunications and broadband provider.
- IBM (Armonk): Technology and consulting company.
- Pfizer (New York City): Global pharmaceutical company.
- Citigroup (New York City): Major financial services corporation.
- MetLife (New York City): Provides insurance and financial services.
- Estée Lauder Companies (New York City): Manufacturer of beauty and skincare products.
