Rhode Island Minimum Wage Raised to $16 per Hour Rhode Island increased its state minimum wage from $15 to $16 per hour effective January 1, 2026, impacting approximately 50,000 workers. The law, signed by Gov. Dan McKee last August, includes a further rise to $17 per hour in 2027. The administration aims to strengthen workforce development and attract higher-paying jobs.

RI minimum wage just hit $16/hr, impacting 50k workers. Good for the paycheck, but can small biz keep up without more red tape? What's your take, Ocean State? #RIMinimumWage #RhodeIslandNews