How much does a chemical equipment operator and tender make in Rhode Island?
$69,630a year
Median yearly pay for chemical equipment operator and tenders in Rhode Island. That is $33.48 an hour or $5,803 a month.
- Hourly
- $33.48
- Vs. national median
- +20%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 430
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,200Median: $69,630Highest 10%: $100,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,200 | $17.88 | |
| 25th | $45,840 | $22.04 | |
| Median | $69,630 | $33.48 | |
| 75th | $100,200 | $48.19 | |
| 90th | $100,200 | $48.19 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $61,660 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemical equipment operator and tenders.
| 3. Montana | $79,570 |
| 4. Louisiana | $78,580 |
| 5. Idaho | $77,100 |
| 6. Rhode Island | $69,630 |
| 7. Washington | $67,300 |
| 8. West Virginia | $66,060 |
| 9. Arkansas | $64,440 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemical equipment operator and tender make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $33.48 ($69,630 a year).
Do chemical equipment operator and tenders make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $69,630 against $58,040 nationally, 20% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for chemical equipment operator and tender pay?
Rhode Island ranks 6 of 47 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays chemical equipment operator and tenders the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $61,660 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.