How much does a career/technical education teacher make in Rhode Island?
$81,820a year
Median yearly pay for career/technical education teachers in Rhode Island. That is $39.34 an hour or $6,818 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.34
- Vs. national median
- +23%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $65,280Median: $81,820Highest 10%: $95,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $65,280 | $31.38 | |
| 25th | $78,810 | $37.89 | |
| Median | $81,820 | $39.34 | |
| 75th | $95,000 | $45.67 | |
| 90th | $95,000 | $45.67 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $98,260 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for career/technical education teachers.
| 2. Connecticut | $100,800 |
| 3. Massachusetts | $98,020 |
| 4. New Jersey | $83,770 |
| 5. Rhode Island | $81,820 |
| 6. California | $80,620 |
| 7. New York | $79,820 |
| 8. Delaware | $79,230 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a career/technical education teacher make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $39.34 ($81,820 a year).
Do career/technical education teachers make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $81,820 against $66,270 nationally, 23% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for career/technical education teacher pay?
Rhode Island ranks 5 of 49 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays career/technical education teachers the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $98,260 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.