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Minimum wage and worker rights in Delaware (2026)
Official data from the Delaware Department of Labor and the U.S. Department of Labor, checked on October 6, 2026.
STATE MINIMUM WAGE
$15.00 /hourSince January 1, 2025.
Tipped: $2.23.
Federal: $7.25.
Tipped: $2.23.
Federal: $7.25.
No inflation adjustment
Overtime1.5× after 40 h a weekNo state law; federal law (FLSA) applies.
Sick leaveNot required by state lawUp to your employer. Delaware does have a paid family leave program.
VacationDepends on your employer's policyNo law requires vacation. Unused vacation is paid at separation only if the policy or contract says so.
Paid family leaveDelaware Paid Leave (since 2026): up to 12 weeks in 12 months for a new child; and up to 6 weeks in any 24-month period for your own health, caring for a family member, or a military deployment. 80% of wages, max $900/week. Requires 12 months and 1,250 h with the employer; employers with 10–24 employees only cover parental leave.
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