The Delaware minimum wage for 2026 is $15.00 per hour.
Delaware allows a tip credit. Tipped cash wage is $2.23.
Wage rates for 2026
Basic minimum wage
$15.00 per hour
Tip credit
Yes Allowed
Tipped cash wage
$2.23 per hour
Youth / training wage
A youth/training wage of $1.00 less than the minimum may apply to workers under 18 and new hires for the first 90 days.
Overtime & premium pay
| Type | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Weekly | 40 hours (1.5x) |
Delaware follows the FLSA for overtime.
Related labor laws in Delaware
Paid sick leave
Not required by state law (a state paid leave program covers family and medical leave separately).
Overtime
Overtime is required after 40 hours (1.5x) in a week. Delaware follows the FLSA for overtime.
Pay frequency & final paycheck
Rules for how often employees must be paid and when a final paycheck is due vary. Confirm the current requirements with the Delaware Department of Labor.