Are you a business owner in Rhode Island? Or, maybe you’re considering launching your next venture in the Ocean State? Then you’ve come to the right place! Here you’ll find guidance on how to start a business, fund your business, operate your business, hire employees, file for taxes, stay compliant in your state, and more.
Bookmark this page and keep checking back to track new legislation and developments in Rhode Island that may affect your company. Now, let’s dive in!
How to register your business in the state of Rhode Island
First thing is first: Here is how you register your new business in Rhode Island.
Find funding for your Rhode Island-based business
Every business, whether new or established, requires funding. Luckily, there are business loans and grants specifically designed for Rhode Island-based businesses. Check out the Rhode Island business funding page to find a loan or grant that’s a fit for your company.
Managing employees in Rhode Island
- Here’s your guide to hiring employees in Rhode Island.
- Are you calculating employee paychecks? Use this Rhode Island salary paycheck calculator to determine withholdings and calculate take-home pay for your employees in Rhode Island. (We do the math for you.)
- Need to calculate hourly employee paychecks? We’ve got a Rhode Island hourly paycheck calculator, too.
| Minimum wage in Rhode Island | SUI tax rate in Rhode Island | Rhode Island DOL website |
| $13.00 per hour
$3.89 minimum tipped wage per hour |
New employer tax rate: 1.09%
Tax rate range: 1.1% – 9.7% Wage base: $28,200 – $29,700 |
Department of Labor |