Minimum wage
$16.00/hr
The minimum wage in Rhode Island is $16.00 an hour for most workers. Rhode Island's state rate is $16.00, above the federal $7.25.
#7 of 51highest (states + DC)
$33,280a year full-time
$33,280a year full-time
Full-time yearly
$33,280
40 hrs × 52 weeks
Monthly
$2,773
before taxes
Weekly
$640
40 hours
Federal minimum
$7.25
since 2009
Compared with other states
Related
- $16 an hour after taxestake-home in Rhode Island
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- Rhode Island local money answerscounties & towns
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division, “State Minimum Wage Laws” (checked Oct 2026). Some cities and counties set higher local minimums, and tipped, youth and small-employer rates can differ. Check your state labor department. Not legal advice.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Rhode Island in 2026?
The minimum wage in Rhode Island is $16.00 an hour for most workers. Rhode Island's state rate is $16.00, above the federal $7.25.
How much is minimum wage a year in Rhode Island?
About $33,280 before taxes for full-time work (2,080 hours).
Can a city have a higher minimum wage?
Yes. Many cities and counties set local minimums above the state rate, and employers must pay the highest one that applies.