Rhode Island Minimum Wage 2026: $16.00/hr

Last updated: June 2026 — Source: Rhode Island Department of Labor

Rhode Island has its own minimum wage law. The state rate of $16.00/hr applies to most covered employees.

Minimum Wage

$16.00

per hour

Tipped Wage

$5.10

per hour (cash wage)

Effective Date

2026-01-01

Rhode Island Overtime Rules

Weekly overtime threshold 40 hours
State overtime law Yes — state law

Rhode Island requires overtime at 1.5x for hours over 40 per week, matching FLSA.

Additional Information

Rhode Island increased to $16.00 on January 1, 2026. Tipped minimum cash wage is $5.10/hr.

Official source: Rhode Island Department of Labor · Overtime: state labor standards

Data sourced from official state labor department websites and the US Department of Labor (dol.gov). Last updated: June 2026. Calculator results are estimates for informational purposes only. For disputes involving unpaid wages or wrongful termination, consult a licensed employment attorney in your state.

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