Delaware Minimum Wage Phase-In & Overtime Rules
In Delaware, the state minimum wage reached its final phase-in milestone of $15.00/hr. Tipped employee cash wage remains at $2.23/hr, with a max tip credit of $12.77/hr. Non-exempt employees are entitled to overtime pay at 1.5 times their regular rate for hours worked over 40. Overtime for tipped workers is calculated based on the full $15.00/hr rate (1.5x = $22.50/hr) minus the $12.77/hr tip credit. For details, contact the Delaware Department of Labor.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum wage in Delaware for 2026?
For 2026, Delaware's minimum wage is $15.00 per hour. The cash minimum wage for tipped employees is $2.23 per hour.
How is overtime calculated in Delaware?
Delaware overtime is calculated at 1.5 times the employee's regular hourly rate of pay for all hours worked over 40 hours in a single workweek.
Does Delaware have a training wage?
Delaware allows a training wage of $14.50 per hour (or $0.50 less than the minimum wage) for employees aged 18 and older during their first 90 calendar days on a job, and for youth employees aged 14 to 17.