Rhode Island Minimum Wage 2026 & 2027
The Rhode Island minimum wage is $16.00 an hour as of 2026-10-25, rising to $17.00 on January 1, 2027. Full time, that is about $33,280 a year.
Rhode Island minimum wage rates
| Hourly rate | |
|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 | $16.00 |
| January 1, 2027 | $17.00 |
| Tipped workers (cash wage) | $3.89 |
| Federal minimum | $7.25 |
Earnings at $16.00 an hour
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Per week (40 hours) | $640 |
| Per month | $2,773 |
| Per year (2,080 hours) | $33,280 |
| Take-home per month after federal tax & FICA | $2,410 |
Other payroll deductions in Rhode Island
| Program | Employee rate | Wage cap |
|---|---|---|
| TDI / TCI (employee) | 1.1% | $100,000 |
Details
- 2025-H 5029A / 2025-S 0125A: $16.00 on 2026-01-01, $17.00 on 2027-01-01; nothing scheduled after 2027.
Sources: dol.gov · dol.gov · oceanstatemedia.org
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Rhode Island in 2026?
$16.00 an hour as of 2026-10-25.
Will the Rhode Island minimum wage go up in 2027?
Yes. It rises to $17.00 on January 1, 2027.
What is the tipped minimum wage in Rhode Island?
$3.89 an hour in cash wages; tips must make up the difference to the full minimum wage.
How much is $16 an hour per year?
$33,280 a year at 40 hours a week, or about $2,773 a month before taxes.