Rhode Island labor laws
The pay and leave rules Rhode Island employers most often ask about: posting salary ranges, paid sick leave, overtime and state leave programs.
Last verified November 2, 2026. Sources: dlt.ri.gov, dlt.ri.gov.
RequiredPay ranges in job ads
YesStatewide paid sick leave
YesState paid leave or disability program
$16.00Minimum wage
Pay transparency
Status: in effect since January 1, 2023. Who's covered: all employers.
wage range on request, before pay discussion, and at hire/transfer
Employers may not ask applicants about their pay history.
Paid sick leave
Rhode Island requires paid sick leave: 1 hour per 35 hours worked, capped at 40 hours. Coverage: 18+ employees paid; under 18 unpaid.
Overtime
Non-exempt employees earn 1.5 times their regular rate for hours over 40 in a workweek under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Retail Sunday/holiday premium pay (1.5x) requirements.
State paid leave and disability insurance
- Temporary Disability Insurance / Temporary Caregiver Insurance: employees contribute 1.1% of wages. Employee-paid 1.1% (down from 1.3% in 2025) on first $100,000 in 2026; includes TCI (paid family leave).
Frequently asked questions
- Does Rhode Island require salary ranges in job postings?
- Yes. wage range on request, before pay discussion, and at hire/transfer Coverage: all employers.
- Is paid sick leave required in Rhode Island?
- Yes. 1 hour per 35 hours worked, up to 40 hours.
- When is overtime due in Rhode Island?
- For non-exempt employees, at 1.5 times the regular rate after 40 hours in a workweek. Retail Sunday/holiday premium pay (1.5x) requirements.