Delaware Paycheck Calculator
On a $60,000 salary in Delaware, a single filer takes home about $1,826.80 every two weeks ($47,497 a year) after federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare, Delaware income tax and Delaware Paid Leave. Delaware tax follows the state's own 2026 withholding booklet; enter your own pay below for your exact paycheck. Below the calculator: Delaware rules on minimum wage, overtime, paydays, your final paycheck and wage claims, each from an official source.
Wilmington's 1.25% city wage tax is not included.
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An estimate of what your employer withholds, using the IRS percentage method. Your actual paycheck can differ by a few cents because of rounding, or by more if your employer uses other settings.
How we got your number
Each step links to the official document it comes from.
Guides: how to read your pay stub · filling out Form W-4 · biweekly vs semi-monthly pay · why pay rises after the Social Security cap · how much tax is taken out, by state · who gets overtime · 1099 vs W-2 pay
Delaware paycheck rates for 2026
Every rate links to the official source and shows when we last checked it. Our Delaware tax is checked against Delaware's published withholding formula on every build: see how we verify.
| What comes out | 2026 rate | Official source | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal income tax | 10%–37% brackets (IRS percentage method) | IRS Publication 15-T (2026) | Oct 24, 2026 |
| Social Security | 6.2% up to $184,500 | SSA COLA fact sheet | Oct 24, 2026 |
| Medicare | 1.45%, plus 0.9% over $200,000 | IRS Publication 15 | Oct 24, 2026 |
| Delaware income tax | 0% to 6.6% after a $3,250 standard deduction ($6,500 married), minus $110 per exemption | Delaware Division of Revenue, Employer's Guide | Oct 24, 2026 |
| Delaware Paid Leave | 0.4% of wages, no cap | Delaware Department of Labor | Oct 24, 2026 |
What changed in 2026
Delaware
- No change: income tax rates stay 2.2% to 6.6%, and Delaware Paid Leave stays 0.8% in total (employees can be charged up to half). Source
Federal, for everyone
- Social Security wage base rose from $176,100 to $184,500. Source
- New 2026 federal withholding tables reflect the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which made the lower tax rates and larger standard deduction permanent. Source
- Form W-4 for 2026: Step 4(b) now covers the new deductions for qualified tips, overtime, car loan interest and people 65 and older, and there is a new checkbox to claim exemption. Source
- Form W-4 Step 3 counts $2,200 for each child under 17. Source
Take-home pay in Delaware at common salaries (2026)
On a $70,000 salary in Delaware, you take home about $2,096.77 every two weeks, or $4,543.00 a month, after federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare, Delaware income tax and Delaware Paid Leave.
| Salary | Every two weeks | Per month | Per year | Withheld |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $968.33 | $2,098.05 | $25,176.58 | 16.1% |
| $40,000 | $1,254.50 | $2,718.08 | $32,617.00 | 18.5% |
| $50,000 | $1,540.66 | $3,338.10 | $40,057.16 | 19.9% |
| $60,000 | $1,826.80 | $3,958.07 | $47,496.80 | 20.8% |
| $70,000 | $2,096.77 | $4,543.00 | $54,516.02 | 22.1% |
| $80,000 | $2,340.41 | $5,070.89 | $60,850.66 | 23.9% |
| $90,000 | $2,584.08 | $5,598.84 | $67,186.08 | 25.3% |
| $100,000 | $2,827.73 | $6,126.75 | $73,520.98 | 26.5% |
| $125,000 | $3,434.40 | $7,441.20 | $89,294.40 | 28.6% |
| $150,000 | $4,024.31 | $8,719.34 | $104,632.06 | 30.2% |
Assumes a single filer paid every two weeks with a 2026 Form W-4 and no adjustments, no 401(k) or health deductions, and the rules in force on Oct 26, 2026. Monthly and yearly figures are the paycheck times 26, divided by 12 for monthly. Enter your own pay above for your exact numbers.
What workers earn in Delaware
The typical (median) worker in Delaware earns $25.09 an hour, or about $52,190 a year full time, across all 484,790 jobs in the state (BLS, May 2025). At that pay a single filer takes home about $1,603.32 every two weeks, after federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare, Delaware income tax and Delaware Paid Leave. Source
| Pay level | Yearly pay | Take-home every two weeks | Take-home a year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $31,660 | $1,015.83 | $26,411.58 |
| 25th percentile | $37,290 | $1,176.94 | $30,600.44 |
| Median (typical worker) | $52,190 | $1,603.32 | $41,686.32 |
| 75th percentile | $81,560 | $2,378.42 | $61,838.92 |
| 90th percentile | $127,690 | $3,497.88 | $90,944.88 |
Pay for common jobs in Delaware
| Job | Median yearly pay in Delaware | Take-home every two weeks | Jobs in Delaware |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $99,530 | $2,816.28 | 14,290 |
| Retail Salesperson | $35,360 | $1,121.72 | 13,400 |
| Home Health Aide | $34,320 | $1,091.96 | 11,820 |
| Cashier | $33,490 | $1,068.22 | 11,450 |
| Truck Driver | $57,600 | $1,758.13 | 9,040 |
| Customer Service Representative | $48,190 | $1,488.86 | 7,470 |
| Accountant | $95,040 | $2,706.88 | 6,570 |
| Nursing Assistant (CNA) | $42,040 | $1,312.86 | 5,530 |
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for Delaware: hourly pay for all jobs, times 2,080 hours, rounded to the nearest $10. The jobs are those on our salary by job pages with the most workers in Delaware. Take-home: single filer paid every two weeks, 2026 Form W-4, no deductions, rules in force on Oct 26, 2026, worked out with the same engine as the calculator.
Paycheck rules in Delaware
What Delaware law says about how much, how and when you are paid. Each rule links to the official source. Checked Oct 25, 2026.
| Topic | The rule | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum wage | Delaware's minimum wage is $15.00 an hour, in effect since January 1, 2025. No further increase is set in state law; if the federal minimum ever rises above it, the higher federal rate applies. | Delaware Code, Title 19, Chapter 9 (Minimum Wage) |
| Tipped workers | If you regularly earn tips, your employer may pay a cash wage as low as $2.23 an hour, but your tips plus that wage must reach the full $15.00 minimum. | Delaware Code, Title 19, Chapter 9 (Minimum Wage) |
| Overtime | Delaware has no daily overtime rule. Overtime follows federal law: 1.5 times your regular rate for hours over 40 in a workweek. The US Labor Department's state table lists no Delaware overtime premium. | US DOL, State Minimum Wage Laws |
| How often you get paid | Your employer must pay you on regular paydays set in advance, at least once a month, and within 7 days after the pay period ends. You can ask in writing to be paid by direct deposit. | Delaware Code, Title 19, Chapter 11, Section 1102 |
| Final paycheck | Whether you quit, are fired, suspended or laid off, your final wages are due on the later of your next regular payday or three business days after your last day worked. | Delaware Code, Title 19, Chapter 11, Section 1103 |
| Pay stub | Employers with more than 3 employees must give you a statement each payday, on paper or electronically, showing wages due, the pay period and each deduction. Hourly workers' statements must also show total hours worked. | Delaware Code, Title 19, Chapter 11, Section 1108 |
| Deductions | Apart from deductions required by law, your employer cannot take money out of your pay unless you have signed an authorization for a lawful purpose. | Delaware Code, Title 19, Chapter 11, Section 1107 |
| Unpaid wage claims | Unpaid wage complaints go to the Delaware Department of Labor's Office of Labor Law Enforcement in the Division of Industrial Affairs. A lawsuit to recover unpaid wages must be filed within 2 years. | Delaware Department of Labor, home page |
| Delaware Paid Leave deduction | Delaware Paid Leave is funded at 0.8% of wages for 2025 and 2026. Your employer may deduct up to half of that from your pay, so at most 0.4%, or may pay it all. | Delaware Code, Title 19, Chapter 37, Section 3705 |
More on pay at the minimum: Delaware minimum wage, with weekly, monthly and yearly pay, take-home pay and the next increase.
What changes in 2027
- Social Security applies to the first $192,300 you earn in 2027 (up from $184,500). SSA
- New federal withholding tables: the IRS has not published them yet. We add them within days of release; until then, 2027 pay dates use the 2026 tables.
- Delaware has not yet published 2027 withholding information.
Delaware changelog
Every version of the Delaware rules this calculator has used, with the date it takes effect, the official source it comes from and when we checked it. The pay date you enter picks the version in force on that day.
| Effective | Status | What the calculator uses | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1, 2027 | Waiting for the official publication | Delaware has not yet published 2027 withholding information. | Will be checked against the new edition of Delaware Division of Revenue, Employer's Guide |
| Jan 1, 2026 | Verified Oct 24, 2026 (in use today) | Delaware income tax: 0% to 6.6% after a $3,250 standard deduction ($6,500 married), minus $110 per exemption Delaware Paid Leave: 0.4% of wages, no cap | Delaware Division of Revenue, Employer's Guide Delaware Department of Labor, Paid Leave for employees Delaware Department of Labor, Paid Leave small business FAQ |
Site updates for Delaware
- Oct 24, 2026: Added Montana, North Dakota, Hawaii, Maine, Rhode Island, West Virginia, Delaware and Vermont: all 50 states covered
Delaware paycheck questions
How much Delaware income tax comes out of my paycheck?
Delaware subtracts a standard deduction from your yearly pay, applies brackets up to 6.6%, and subtracts a $110 credit per exemption. Show the math lists every step.
Why does the calculator ask about Form W-4?
Your employer withholds Delaware tax based on the Form W-4 you filled in, which is separate from your federal Form W-4. If you never filled one in, employers usually withhold as single with no allowances.
Does this include Delaware city or local tax?
Wilmington's 1.25% city wage tax is not included. Check your pay stub or your city's tax office for the local rate.
What is the Delaware Paid Leave deduction?
Delaware paid leave costs 0.8% of wages, and employers may require employees to pay up to half (0.4%). Tick the box if your employer pays it all.
What is the minimum wage in Delaware in 2026?
Delaware's minimum wage is $15.00 an hour, effective since January 1, 2025, and no further increase is written into state law. Tipped workers can be paid a cash wage of $2.23 an hour as long as tips bring them up to $15.00.
When do I get my last paycheck if I quit or get fired in Delaware?
Delaware treats quitting and being fired the same way. Your final wages are due on whichever comes later: your next regular payday, or three business days after your last day of work.
How much is taken from my paycheck for Delaware Paid Leave?
The total Paid Leave contribution is 0.8% of wages for 2025 and 2026. Your employer can deduct no more than half of it from you, which is up to 0.4% of your pay, and can choose to pay your share itself.
How long do I have to sue for unpaid wages in Delaware?
Under Delaware law, a lawsuit to recover unpaid wages, salary or overtime must be brought within 2 years from when the claim arose. You can also report unpaid wages to the Delaware Department of Labor.
Why is my first paycheck in January different?
New federal withholding tables and a new Social Security cap start on January 1. Pick a 2027 pay date in the calculator to see the change.
Why did my paycheck get bigger late in the year?
Social Security stops once your pay for the year reaches $184,500. Enter your pay so far this year to see when that happens.
How much is $70,000 a year after taxes in Delaware?
About $54,516.02 a year, or $2,096.77 every two weeks, for a single filer with no pre-tax deductions in 2026. That is after federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare, Delaware income tax and Delaware Paid Leave. Use the calculator for your own filing status and deductions.
What is the average salary in Delaware?
The median (typical) worker in Delaware earns $25.09 an hour, about $52,190 a year full time, and the mean (average) is $33.60 an hour, about $69,890 a year (BLS, May 2025). The median is lower because a few high earners pull the average up. At the median, take-home pay is about $1,603.32 every two weeks for a single filer.