Rhode Island Minimum Wage 2026
The Rhode Island minimum wage is $16.00 an hour in 2026. Up from $15.00, and scheduled to rise to $17.00 on January 1, 2027.
| Hourly | $16.00 |
| Daily (8 hours) | $128.00 |
| Weekly (40 hours) | $640.00 |
| Every 2 weeks | $1,280.00 |
| Monthly | $2,773.33 |
| Yearly | $33,280 |
| Overtime hour (1.5×) | $24.00 |
| Federal income tax | -$1,814 |
| Social Security + Medicare | -$2,546 |
| Rhode Island taxes | -$997 |
| Take-home pay | $27,923 |
Rhode Island vs neighboring states
| State | 2026 minimum wage | Full-time yearly |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | $16.00 | $33,280 |
| Massachusetts | $15.00 | $31,200 |
| Connecticut | $16.94 | $35,235 |
Common questions
What is the Rhode Island minimum wage in 2026?
The Rhode Island minimum wage is $16.00 an hour in 2026. Up from $15.00, and scheduled to rise to $17.00 on January 1, 2027.
When did the Rhode Island minimum wage last change?
The current $16.00 rate has applied since January 1, 2026.
How much is minimum wage full time in Rhode Island after taxes?
Working 40 hours a week, $16.00 an hour is $33,280 a year before taxes. A single filer keeps about $27,923 a year, or $1,073.97 every two weeks, after federal and Rhode Island taxes.
Is the Rhode Island minimum wage higher than the federal minimum wage?
Yes. At $16.00 an hour, Rhode Island's minimum is $8.75 (121%) above the federal $7.25. When state and federal rates differ, employers must pay the higher one.
What is overtime pay at the Rhode Island minimum wage?
Overtime is at least 1.5 times the regular rate, so each overtime hour at the Rhode Island minimum wage pays at least $24.00.
Some workers, such as tipped employees, minors and employees of very small businesses, may have different minimums. Check the Rhode Island labor department for your situation.