District of Columbia minimum wage
$18.40 USD per hour
In effect since 2026-07-01.
Full-time equivalent: $38,272.00 USD per year, at 40 hours a week for 52 weeks.
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Rates by category
| Category | Hourly | In effect since |
|---|---|---|
| general | $18.40 USD | 2026-07-01 |
| tipped | $10.30 USD | 2026-07-01 |
Sources
- https://does.dc.gov/sites/default/files/dc/sites/does/publication/attachments/2026%20Minimum%20Wage%20Increase%20Notice_0.pdf
- https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/state/minimum-wage/tipped
Verified against sources on 2026-07-23.