District of Columbia Minimum Wage 2026 & 2027
The District of Columbia minimum wage is $18.40 an hour as of 2026-10-25. Full time, that is about $38,272 a year.
District of Columbia minimum wage rates
| Hourly rate | |
|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 | $17.95 |
| From 2026-07-01 | $18.40 |
| January 1, 2027 | $18.40 (no change) |
| Tipped workers (cash wage) | $10.30 |
| Federal minimum | $7.25 |
Earnings at $18.40 an hour
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Per week (40 hours) | $736 |
| Per month | $3,189 |
| Per year (2,080 hours) | $38,272 |
| Take-home per month after federal tax & FICA | $2,744 |
Details
- CPI-adjusted every July 1; next change 2027-07-01.
- Tipped base wage $10.00 → $10.30 on 2026-07-01 (2025 Council amendment replaced Initiative 82 schedule; 60% of full minimum on 2028-07-01, rising to 75% by 2034).
Sources: does.dc.gov · dol.gov · dol.gov
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in District of Columbia in 2026?
$18.40 an hour as of 2026-10-25.
Will the District of Columbia minimum wage go up in 2027?
No increase is scheduled for January 1, 2027.
What is the tipped minimum wage in District of Columbia?
$10.30 an hour in cash wages; tips must make up the difference to the full minimum wage.
How much is $18.4 an hour per year?
$38,272 a year at 40 hours a week, or about $3,189 a month before taxes.