Hourly Minimum Wage in Delaware

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The state-wide minimum wage for Delaware is $11.75 per hour as of January 01, 2023.

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Hourly Minimum Wage for Delaware and neighboring states in 2023

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Delaware minimum wage rate is $11.75 per hour in 2023. Workers receive a higher minimum wage in Delaware that exceeds the Federal Minimum Wage of $7.25. The Delaware minimum wage applies to most employees, with limited exceptions, including certain tipped employees, students or part-time workers, and other exempt occupations. The top 5 minimum wage states in the U.S. are District of Columbia, Washington, California, Connecticut, and Massachusetts.
The federal minimum wage is currently $7.25 per hour and has not increased since 2009. Demand for a living wage that is fair to workers is rising. In response to this rising demand, numerous states, cities, and other localities have already enacted or will change minimum wage levels. In the few states with no established minimum wage, the current federal minimum wage of $7.25 per hour will continue to apply.
Based on local legislation, many states have already enacted minimum wage increases or approved increases due for implementation at a future date.
These ever-changing laws, effective dates, and methodologies result in minimum wages that may change at different times or differ dramatically within a state or region. Minimum wage changes can be triggered for a location when these pre-determined conditions change and require careful monitoring to ensure compliance to the latest wage levels.
Salary.com continuously tracks all these complex changes. We can help to keep you informed about future changes and stay up to date on the latest minimum wage levels in your essential locations. Show me more data to view U.S. state minimum wages for future years.

Browse Minimum Wage by Year, and Forecast Minimum Wage Increase Trends in Delaware

The minimum wages in some states are higher than the federal minimum wage in 2023, including District of Columbia, Washington, California, Connecticut, and others. Many of the minimum wage increases were effective on January 01, 2023. Some states have effective dates occurring at different months of the year. Check the chart to stay up to date on the hourly minimum wage in Delaware.
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Hourly Minimum Wage for Tipped Employees in Delaware

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The tipped minimum wage is the lowest amount employers can pay an employee in occupations such as a bartender or server, that regularly receive more than $30 a month in tips. In some states, the tipped minimum wage may be lower than the non-tipped minimum wage because employers can claim a tip credit.
It is important to note that the tipped minimum wage can vary depending on where your business is and the size of the business. In some states, the tipped minimum wage is equal to the overall minimum wage for that state. In some locations, the federal tipped minimum wage applies. In other locations, the state-tipped minimum wage is set above the federal minimum. Tipped minimum wages may vary from state to state and can be frequently adjusted, making it essential to stay informed about the latest wage levels.
In Delaware, the tipped minimum wage is the same as the state minimum wage. It may be subject to adjustment based on other criteria, such as the size of the business.
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What is the minimum wage in Delaware in 2023?

Delaware minimum wage in 2021: US$9.25 (effective October 1, 2019)

Delaware minimum wage in 2020: US$9.25

Delaware minimum wage in 2000: US$5.65 ($8.70 after inflation adjustment)

Delaware minimum wage in 1980: US$2 ($6.70 after inflation adjustment)

People's Opinions on Minimum Wage in Delaware

Increases to be greater than the minimum wage set by Delaware minimum wage laws, Delaware’s minimum wage will automatically increase to match the federal rate.

09/07/2021

On behalf of the Delaware AFL-CIO, we congratulate Governor Carney signing SB 15, increasing the minimum wage for Delaware’s working families,” said.

08/21/2021

Employers may pay employees with disabilities a wage less than the minimum wage if they have received approval from Delaware’s Department of Labor.

07/21/2021

Delaware allows employers to apply for and obtain certificates to pay disabled trainees less than the standard minimum wage for up to 90 days from the date the certificate is issued.

07/18/2021

While these are helpful guidelines to follow, you should discuss Delaware minimum wage laws with your accountant and lawyer to make sure your business is prepared and stays in compliance.

07/10/2021

Handicapped workers and student employees may be paid under the Delaware minimum wage provided their employer has obtained a special certificate from the Delaware Department of Labor.

07/09/2021

Delaware's pay hike excludes the so-called tipped minimum wage for service workers and bartenders, which has proven to be a point of contention in the fight to set a higher standard pay rate.

07/05/2021

Every employer in Delaware is required to post a summary of the state's minimum wage laws in a conspicuous and accessible location where employees normally pass by.

07/04/2021

Several other states — Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, New Jersey and Rhode Island — are raising their minimum wages for non-tipped workers by one dollar per hour.

07/01/2021

In addition to any Delaware-specific minimum wage exemptions described above, the Federal Fair Labor Standards act defines special minimum wage rates applicable to certain types of workers.

06/28/2021

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