Colorado employment requirements
- Minimum wage
- $15.16/hour
- Overtime
- 1.5x pay after 40 hours in a week or 12 hours in a day
- Sick leave
- Required, 1 hour per 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours a year
- Worker protections
At-will employment state
Frequently asked questions
How much sick leave do I need to provide in Colorado?
Colorado requires paid sick leave for employees. The accrual rate is 1 hour per 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours per year. The contract builder fills in what a full-time nanny must be allowed, and you can always offer more.
Does Colorado have daily overtime requirements?
Yes. In Colorado, overtime at 1.5x the regular rate kicks in after 12 hours in a single day, in addition to the weekly threshold of 40 hours.
What is the minimum wage in Colorado?
The current statewide minimum wage in Colorado is $15.16/hour. Your nanny's pay rate must be at or above this amount. Some cities and counties set a higher one, and the contract builder checks the ones it knows when you choose where the work is done.