How much does an area make in Rhode Island?
$104,500a year
Median yearly pay for areas in Rhode Island. That is $50.22 an hour or $8,705 a month.
- Hourly
- $50.22
- Vs. national median
- +23%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 37
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $60,790Median: $104,500Highest 10%: $217,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,790 | $29.23 | |
| 25th | $79,800 | $38.37 | |
| Median | $104,500 | $50.22 | |
| 75th | $131,300 | $63.13 | |
| 90th | $217,100 | $104.35 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $104,500 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for areas.
| 1. New Hampshire | $125,500 |
| 2. Kansas | $107,100 |
| 3. California | $105,200 |
| 4. Rhode Island | $104,500 |
| 5. Maine | $103,100 |
| 6. New York | $101,800 |
| 7. District of Columbia | $101,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an area make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $50.22 ($104,500 a year).
Do areas make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $104,500 against $85,020 nationally, 23% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for area pay?
Rhode Island ranks 4 of 37 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays areas the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $104,500 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.