Minimum wage

Denver local minimum wage rises in 2026

Denver, CO. Effective 2026-01-01. Data period: 2025 to 2026 city minimum wage.

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Before

18.81

USD/hour

After

19.29

USD/hour

Delta

+0.48

+2.6%

Verified

Yes

Checked 2026-07-01

What changed

Before

2025 Denver minimum wage: $18.81 per hour.

After

2026 Denver minimum wage: $19.29 per hour.

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Source receipt

Official source: Denver Labor minimum wage page
Publication date: 2025-09-30
Effective date: 2026-01-01
Last checked: 2026-07-01

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