Minimum Wage: Delaware
Federal law and guidance on this subject should be reviewed together with this section.
Authors: E. Chaney Hall, Kathleen Furey McDonough and Jennifer C. Wasson, Potter Anderson & Corroon LLP
Summary
- Delaware's minimum wage rate is currently $13.25 per hour. See Minimum Wage.
- An employer may claim gratuities received by certain employees as a credit toward the minimum wage. See Tip Credit.
- Delaware law limits the types of expenses that an employer may deduct from an employee's wages. See Deductions.
- Delaware differs from most states on the types of income that are subject to garnishment. See Garnishments.
- Under certain conditions, employers that are granted a special certificate from the state may pay certain employees at rates lower than the minimum wage. See Subminimum Wages.