Delaware Minimum Wage 2026: $15.00/hr

Last updated: June 2026 — Source: Delaware Department of Labor

Delaware has its own minimum wage law. The state rate of $15.00/hr applies to most covered employees.

Minimum Wage

$15.00

per hour

Tipped Wage

$2.23

per hour (cash wage)

Effective Date

2025-01-01

Delaware Overtime Rules

Weekly overtime threshold 40 hours
State overtime law Federal FLSA only

Delaware has no state overtime law. Federal FLSA rules apply.

Additional Information

Delaware reached $15.00 on January 1, 2025. Tipped minimum cash wage is $2.23/hr. No further scheduled increases for 2026.

Official source: Delaware Department of Labor · Overtime: state labor standards

Data sourced from official state labor department websites and the US Department of Labor (dol.gov). Last updated: June 2026. Calculator results are estimates for informational purposes only. For disputes involving unpaid wages or wrongful termination, consult a licensed employment attorney in your state.

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