Rhode Island employment requirements
Minimum Wage
$16.00/hour
Overtime
1.5x after 40h/week
Sick Leave
Not required by state law
Worker Protections
At-will employment state
Important notes for Rhode Island
- •Employers with fewer than 18 employees must provide protected sick and safe leave accrued at 1 hour per 35 hours worked, up to 40 hours per year; that leave may be unpaid.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Rhode Island?
The current statewide minimum wage in Rhode Island is $16.00/hour. Your nanny's pay rate must be at or above this amount, and a city or county rate may be higher. The contract builder currently checks the statewide rate only, so confirm the local rate for the work address.