Colorado minimum wage
$15.16 USD per hour
In effect since 2026-01-01.
Full-time equivalent: $31,532.80 USD per year, at 40 hours a week for 52 weeks.
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Rates by category
| Category | Hourly | In effect since |
|---|---|---|
| general | $15.16 USD | 2026-01-01 |
| tipped | $12.14 USD | 2026-01-01 |
Sources
- https://cdle.colorado.gov/sites/cdle/files/adopted_2026_pay_calc_order_7_ccr_1103-14_12.8.25.pdf
- https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/state/minimum-wage/tipped
Verified against sources on 2026-07-23.