Minimum Wage Preemption: Aurora vs Centennial
How do minimum wage preemption rules compare between Aurora, CO and Centennial, CO?
Aurora has fewer restrictions than Centennial.
Aurora, CO
Arapahoe County
Aurora has not adopted a city-specific minimum wage and follows Colorado's statewide rate of 14.81 dollars per hour, which is indexed for inflation, with local authority allowed under CRS 8-6-101.5 since 2019.
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Arapahoe County
Colorado allows local governments to adopt minimum wages above the state rate under CRS 8-6-101, with statewide minimums adjusted annually for inflation.
View full Centennial rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Aurora | Centennial |
|---|---|---|
| Aurora rate | 14.81 dollars per hour | - |
| State authority | CRS 8-6-101.5 | - |
| Local authority since | 2019, HB19-1210 | - |
| Indexing | Annual inflation adjustment | - |
| - | - |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Aurora FAQ
Does Aurora plan to raise wages above the state rate?
There is no adopted Aurora minimum wage ordinance. Watch Aurora City Council agendas for any proposal. Workers should check Colorado Department of Labor for the current statewide rate each January.
Can a federal contractor pay below 14.81 in Aurora?
No. Federal contractors must meet the higher of the federal contractor minimum wage, the Colorado rate, and any locally adopted rate. Service Contract Act prevailing wages may exceed all of those.
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