Rhode Island Unemployment Calculator
Estimate your Rhode Island weekly unemployment benefit. Rhode Island's maximum is $745/week for up to 26 weeks. Results are estimates — Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training makes the official determination.
Estimate My Weekly Benefit
This is an estimate only. Your actual benefit depends on your specific base period wages, employer records, and Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training's determination. File your claim to get the official amount.
File your Rhode Island claim at RI UI Online →Rhode Island unemployment benefits: what you need to know
Rhode Island has no waiting week and one of the highest maximum weekly benefits in New England at $745. The state also has a Temporary Disability Insurance program that interacts with UI. Small state means lower claim volumes and generally faster processing than larger neighbors.
Rhode Island pays a maximum of $745/week and a minimum of $82/week. Your amount is set by your base-period earnings, capped at the state maximum.
Up to 26 weeks under standard conditions. At the maximum rate, that is about $19,370 total.
Rhode Island has no unpaid waiting week. Eligible payments can begin from your first certified week.
3 contacts per week must be documented to stay eligible. Keep a dated log.
Rhode Island Unemployment FAQ
How much unemployment can I get in Rhode Island?
In Rhode Island, the maximum weekly benefit is $745 and the minimum is $82. Your actual weekly benefit amount is based on your earnings during your base period (typically the first four of the last five completed calendar quarters). Use the estimator above to get an approximate figure, then confirm the exact amount with Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training after you file.
How long do unemployment benefits last in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island provides up to 26 weeks of regular unemployment benefits under standard conditions. If you exhaust regular benefits, ask Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training whether any extended programs are currently active.
Is there a waiting week for unemployment in Rhode Island?
No. Rhode Island does not impose an unpaid waiting week — eligible payments can begin from your first certified week. File as soon as possible after your last day of work.
How many job search contacts are required each week in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island requires 3 work search contacts per week to remain eligible while collecting benefits. Keep a dated log of each activity (employer name, date, method of contact) in case Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training audits your claim.
How do I file an unemployment claim in Rhode Island?
File with Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training online at https://dlt.ri.gov/unemployment-insurance or by phone at (401) 415-6772. Have your Social Security number, employer information for the last 18 months, reason for separation, and bank details for direct deposit ready. File the same week you lose your job — most states pay from the week you file, not the week your job ended.