How much does an art make in Rhode Island?
$97,580a year
Median yearly pay for arts in Rhode Island. That is $46.91 an hour or $8,132 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.91
- Vs. national median
- +24%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 440
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,820Median: $97,580Highest 10%: $158,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,820 | $30.20 | |
| 25th | $77,300 | $37.16 | |
| Median | $97,580 | $46.91 | |
| 75th | $127,100 | $61.11 | |
| 90th | $158,900 | $76.37 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $94,490 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for arts.
| 2. California | $99,410 |
| 3. New York | $98,850 |
| 4. Vermont | $97,980 |
| 5. Rhode Island | $97,580 |
| 6. District of Columbia | $96,900 |
| 7. Massachusetts | $85,820 |
| 8. Maryland | $85,590 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an art make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $46.91 ($97,580 a year).
Do arts make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $97,580 against $78,620 nationally, 24% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for art pay?
Rhode Island ranks 5 of 49 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays arts the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $94,490 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.