What is the minimum wage in Denver?

The minimum wage in Denver is $19.29 per hour, effective 2026-01-01.

How much is that per year at full time?

At 40 hours a week for 52 weeks, the Denver minimum wage works out to about $40,123 in gross annual pay, before tax and deductions.

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Minimum wage in Denver

$19.29 per hour

Effective 2026-01-01 · Source: denvergov.org

Standard non-tipped rate, CPI-indexed. Tipped is $16.27.

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Wage (USD, per hour)

Hours per week

Hourly: $19.29
Daily: $154
Weekly: $772
Monthly: $3,344
Annual: $40,123

Gross earnings before tax and deductions. Weekly/monthly/annual figures assume 40 paid hours every week of the year. Actual take-home depends on local taxes, benefits, and hours worked.

Hourly: $19.29
Weekly (40h): $772
Monthly: $3,344
Annual: $40,123

Minimum wage in Denver: FAQ

What is the minimum wage in Denver?: The minimum wage in Denver is $19.29 per hour, effective 2026-01-01.
How much is that per year at full time?: At 40 hours a week for 52 weeks, the Denver minimum wage works out to about $40,123 in gross annual pay, before tax and deductions.
Are there exceptions or upcoming changes?: Standard non-tipped rate, CPI-indexed. Tipped is $16.27.