Delaware Paid Family Leave Calculator
2026Calculate paid family leave benefits in Delaware. Delaware does not currently have a state paid family leave program. See federal FMLA options.
Written and reviewed by Konstantin Iakovlev · Methodology · Updated
About this tool: Delaware has no state PFL program. The paycheck calculator below estimates your normal take-home pay; FMLA leave is unpaid, so during leave your employer-paid wages stop unless your employer offers a separate paid-leave policy. Multiply your projected weekly net by the unpaid weeks to see the income gap.
Net Pay (Bi-Weekly)
$2,239.13
Annual Take-Home
$58,217.50
Total Tax (Annual)
$16,782.50
Paycheck Breakdown (Bi-Weekly)
| Gross Pay | $2,884.62 |
| Federal Income Tax | - $295.00 |
| Social Security (6.2%) | - $178.85 |
| Medicare (1.45%) | - $41.83 |
| Delaware State Tax | - $129.81 |
| Net Pay | $2,239.13 |
Annual Summary
| Gross Annual Income | $75,000.00 |
| Federal Income Tax | - $7,670.00 |
| FICA (SS + Medicare) | - $5,737.50 |
| Delaware State Tax (estimate) | - $3,375.00 |
| Total Deductions & Tax | - $16,782.50 |
| Annual Take-Home Pay | $58,217.50 |
| Monthly Take-Home | $4,851.46 |
Disclaimer: This calculator is for informational purposes only and does not constitute tax, financial, or legal advice. Results are estimates based on the information you provide and current rates. Always consult a qualified tax professional or financial advisor for advice specific to your situation.
Does Delaware have paid family leave?
Delaware does not have a mandatory state paid family leave program. Eligible workers may still qualify for unpaid leave under the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), which provides up to 12 weeks of job-protected leave per year for qualifying events. Some employers offer their own paid parental or family-leave policies as a benefit; check your employee handbook or HR portal.
Delaware PFL: program, contribution, max benefit
- Program name
- Delaware Paid Leave
- Max weekly benefit (2026)
- $900/week (80% of state average weekly wage)
- Contribution structure
- Employer 0.4% + employee up to 0.4% (combined 0.8% on first $176,100); benefits begin January 2026
Delaware Paid Leave (HB 4 of 2022) launched contributions January 2025 with benefits beginning January 2026 — among the newest state PFL programs. The 0.8% combined contribution (employer 0.4% mandatory; employee up to 0.4%) on the first $176,100 of wages funds up to 12 weeks of paid family/medical leave. 2026 maximum weekly benefit is $900 (80% of state average weekly wage). Employers with under 10 employees are exempt; 10–24 employees are exempt from the medical-leave portion only.
Delaware Key Rates & Limits (2026)
| Paid Family Leave | No state program |
| State Disability Insurance (SDI) | No |
| State Income Tax | progressive (up to 6.6%) |
| Minimum Wage | $15/hr |
Delaware paid family leave — frequently asked questions
Which states have paid family leave programs?
As of 2026, states with paid family leave include California, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Oregon, Colorado, Maryland, Delaware, Minnesota, and Maine. Programs vary significantly in duration, benefit amount, and eligibility.
How much does paid family leave pay?
Benefits typically replace 60-90% of wages up to a weekly cap. California pays about 60-70% up to around $1,620/week, New York pays 67% up to about $1,150/week, and Washington pays up to 90% of average weekly wage up to around $1,450/week.
Is there federal paid family leave?
There is no federal paid family leave law. The federal FMLA provides 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave but only for employers with 50+ employees and workers who have been employed for at least 12 months. Paid leave is handled at the state level.