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Short-term disability in Rhode Island

Rhode Island has Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI), which pays up to $1,150 per week to eligible workers who cannot work because of their own serious health condition.

Last updated: Nov 12, 2026 | Data periods: Sep 30, 2024 to Nov 12, 2026

Benefit amounts depend on eligibility, income, and living arrangements. Use the source links to check the applicable period.

Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI)

State program

Rhode Island TDI · Jul 1, 2026

Must be out of work at least 7 consecutive days

Waiting period

Rhode Island TDI · Jul 1, 2026

Quick reference

LabelValueDatesSource
State short-term disability or paid medical leave programYes Nov 12, 2026
Verified Nov 12, 2026
DOL paid leave
Program nameTemporary Disability Insurance (TDI) Jul 1, 2026
Verified Nov 12, 2026
Rhode Island TDI
Maximum weekly benefit$1,150 Jul 1, 2026
Verified Nov 12, 2026
Rhode Island TDI
Maximum durationUp to 30 weeks Jul 1, 2026
Verified Nov 12, 2026
Rhode Island TDI
Waiting periodMust be out of work at least 7 consecutive days Jul 1, 2026
Verified Nov 12, 2026
Rhode Island TDI
Payroll contribution1.1% of the first $100,000 of wages, employee-paid Jul 1, 2026
Verified Nov 12, 2026
Rhode Island TDI 2026
Program websitehttps://dlt.ri.gov/individuals/temporary-disability-caregiver-insurance Nov 12, 2026
Verified Nov 12, 2026
Rhode Island TDI

Sourced facts

State short-term disability / paid medical leave

  • State short-term disability or paid medical leave program: Yes [1] Last verified Nov 12, 2026
  • Program name: Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI) [2] Last verified Nov 12, 2026
  • Maximum weekly benefit: $1,150 [3] Last verified Nov 12, 2026
  • Maximum duration: Up to 30 weeks [4] Last verified Nov 12, 2026
  • Waiting period: Must be out of work at least 7 consecutive days [5] Last verified Nov 12, 2026
  • Payroll contribution: 1.1% of the first $100,000 of wages, employee-paid [6] Last verified Nov 12, 2026
  • Program website: https://dlt.ri.gov/individuals/temporary-disability-caregiver-insurance [7] Last verified Nov 12, 2026

Frequently asked questions

Does Rhode Island have state short-term disability?

Yes. Rhode Island has Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI), which pays up to $1,150 per week to eligible workers who cannot work because of their own serious health condition. Duration: Up to 30 weeks.

How to apply

Review eligibility and apply directly through the responsible agency.