The Edgewater minimum wage for 2026 is $18.17 per hour, $3.01 more than the Colorado state minimum of $15.16 and well above the $7.25 federal floor.
All employers for work performed in Edgewater. Tipped cash wage is $15.15; the employer must make up any shortfall to the full $18.17 minimum.
Edgewater wage details
City minimum wage
$18.17 per hour
Next scheduled change
$19.99 (January 1, 2027)
Set by
Local ordinance
Tipped employees
Tipped cash wage is $15.15; the employer must make up any shortfall to the full $18.17 minimum.
Who it applies to
All employers for work performed in Edgewater.
Edgewater vs. state vs. federal
| Level | 2026 minimum wage |
|---|---|
| Edgewater | $18.17 per hour |
| Colorado | $15.16 per hour |
| Federal | $7.25 per hour |
Employers must pay the highest rate that applies, so in Edgewater that is the $18.17 city rate.