District of Columbia Minimum Wage Calculator
The District of Columbia minimum wage is $18.40 an hour. See what that pays per week, month and year, add overtime and estimate take-home pay.
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About the District of Columbia Minimum Wage Calculator
This District of Columbia minimum wage calculator turns an hourly wage into weekly, biweekly, monthly and yearly pay, adds overtime and estimates your take-home pay using the 2026 federal tax brackets, FICA (District of Columbia income tax is not included). The default wage is the current District of Columbia minimum wage of $18.40.
How to use it
- Leave the hourly wage at the state minimum or enter your own wage.
- Enter your hours per week, overtime hours and filing status.
- Press Calculate pay to see gross pay and take-home pay in District of Columbia.
District of Columbia minimum wage in 2026
The minimum wage in District of Columbia is $18.40 an hour, which is $11.15 above the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour. Rose to $18.40 on July 1, 2026 with the annual inflation adjustment. Always confirm the current rate with the District of Columbia labor department, because local governments and certain industries may set higher minimums.
District of Columbia minimum wage pay by hours worked
| Hours per week | Weekly | Monthly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 hours | $368.00 | $1,595 | $19,136 |
| 30 hours | $552.00 | $2,392 | $28,704 |
| 40 hours | $736.00 | $3,189 | $38,272 |
Full-time at 40 hours a week, minimum wage pays about $38,272 a year before tax and about $32,932 after federal, FICA and District of Columbia state tax for a single filer.
Overtime at minimum wage
Under federal law, covered non-exempt employees earn at least 1.5 times their regular rate for hours over 40 in a workweek. At $18.40 an hour, overtime pays $27.60 an hour. Some states add daily overtime rules.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in District of Columbia?
The District of Columbia minimum wage is $18.40 an hour in 2026. Rose to $18.40 on July 1, 2026 with the annual inflation adjustment.
How much is minimum wage per year in District of Columbia?
Working 40 hours a week for 52 weeks at $18.40 an hour is $38,272 a year before taxes, or about $3,189 a month.
Is the District of Columbia minimum wage higher than the federal minimum?
The federal minimum wage is $7.25 an hour. The District of Columbia rate is $11.15 higher, and employers must pay the higher rate.
What is overtime pay at minimum wage in District of Columbia?
Overtime for non-exempt employees is generally 1.5 times the regular rate, so $27.60 an hour at the District of Columbia minimum wage.
How much is take-home pay on minimum wage in District of Columbia?
A single full-time worker earns about $2,744 a month after federal tax, FICA (District of Columbia income tax is not included). Use the calculator above for your hours.
Last reviewed: November 2026. Rates shown as of November 2026. Confirm with your state labor department.