2024 Delaware Minimum Wage
The 2024 Delaware Minimum Wage is $13.25.
Effective 2024-01-01Source: Understanding the Minimum Wage Increases in Delaware (Delaware Department of Labor, Division of Industrial Affairs)Verified 2026-08-31
Who it applies to
Most non-exempt employees working in the state of Delaware. Certain workers are exempt, including agricultural and domestic service employees, U.S. Government employees, commission-based outside salespeople, executives, administrators, and professional workers, fishing and fish processing employees at sea, volunteers and junior camp counselors at nonprofit organizations, and inmates in Department of Correction programs.
What changed this year, and why
Delaware's state minimum wage increased to $13.25 per hour, effective January 1, 2024.
Common questions
- When did the new minimum wage take effect?
- The $13.25 per hour minimum wage took effect on January 1, 2024.
- Is there a separate wage for tipped employees?
- Yes. Tipped employees have a lower minimum cash wage. Their tips must bring total earnings to at least the full minimum wage.
Who to ask about this rate, and where to take a wage complaint
Delaware's Department of Labor actively protects workers' rights, including collecting minimum wages owed. If Delaware workers believe their rights under the state's $13.25 per hour minimum wage have been violated, or if they have questions about the new wage standards, the Department is ready to assist. Workers can reach out via email at wages@delaware.gov or by fax to the Division of Industrial Affairs, which supports employers in meeting legal requirements. Delaware employees should contact these offices directly for support with wage complaints or questions about minimum wage compliance in the state.
Delaware's Department of Labor actively works to protect workers' rights, including collecting minimum wages owed. If you believe your rights have been violated, or if you have questions about the new wage standards, the Department is ready to assist.
Understanding the Minimum Wage Increases in Delaware (Delaware Department of Labor, Division of Industrial Affairs)
When tips, meals or lodging count toward the minimum wage
Delaware employees who earn tips have specific wage guidelines under state law. The minimum cash wage for tipped workers is set at $2.23 per hour, which is lower than the standard $13.25 hourly rate. However, employers are prohibited from keeping tips except as legally required. Tip pooling is permitted but capped at 15% of the actual tips received by the employee. These rules ensure that tips and the value of meals and lodging count toward meeting minimum wage obligations while protecting workers' earnings. Delaware tipped workers should understand both the cash wage requirement and the limits on tip pooling.
Employees who earn tips have specific wage guidelines: • The minimum cash wage is set at $2.23 per hour. • Employers are prohibited from keeping tips, except as legally required. • Tip pooling is allowed but is capped at 15% of the actual tips received.
Understanding the Minimum Wage Increases in Delaware (Delaware Department of Labor, Division of Industrial Affairs)
How the rate is adjusted each year, and who announces it
Delaware has established a structured plan to gradually increase the minimum wage over time. As of January 1, 2024, the minimum hourly wage in Delaware stands at $13.25 per hour. The state has committed to reaching $15.00 by January 1, 2025. This cost-of-living adjustment to the minimum wage based on the CPI-W approach aims to improve living standards for Delaware workers across the state gradually. The structured increase recognizes the importance of a living wage and provides predictability for both employers and employees planning their budgets and operations in Delaware.
As of January 1, 2024, the minimum wage in Delaware stands at $13.25 per hour. Mark your calendars! Future increases are as follows: • Reaching $15.00 by January 1, 2025 This structured approach aims to improve living standards for workers across the state gradually.
Understanding the Minimum Wage Increases in Delaware (Delaware Department of Labor, Division of Industrial Affairs)
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Understanding the Minimum Wage Increases in Delaware (Delaware Department of Labor, Division of Industrial Affairs)
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As of January 1, 2024, the minimum wage in Delaware stands at $13.25 per hour.
Other years
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