How much does a chemical technician make in Rhode Island?
$61,680a year
Median yearly pay for chemical technicians in Rhode Island. That is $29.65 an hour or $5,140 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.65
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 16 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,060Median: $61,680Highest 10%: $102,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,060 | $18.30 | |
| 25th | $46,520 | $22.37 | |
| Median | $61,680 | $29.65 | |
| 75th | $70,730 | $34.00 | |
| 90th | $102,500 | $49.30 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $61,680 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemical technicians.
| 13. Minnesota | $62,400 |
| 14. Washington | $62,100 |
| 15. Illinois | $61,890 |
| 16. Rhode Island | $61,680 |
| 17. Kansas | $61,560 |
| 18. Nevada | $61,520 |
| 19. New York | $60,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemical technician make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $29.65 ($61,680 a year).
Do chemical technicians make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $61,680 against $60,390 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for chemical technician pay?
Rhode Island ranks 16 of 51 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays chemical technicians the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $61,680 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.