How much does a community and social service specialist make in Providence?
Median yearly pay for community and social service specialists in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area. That is $29.97 an hour or $5,195 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.97
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among cities
- 29 of 254
- Jobs in the area
- 290
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,400 | $22.79 | |
| 25th | $49,060 | $23.59 | |
| Median | $62,340 | $29.97 | |
| 75th | $80,200 | $38.56 | |
| 90th | $92,310 | $44.38 |
Other cities in Rhode Island
Median yearly pay for community and social service specialists.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Providence
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Social Worker | $108,700 |
| Educational | $75,910 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $74,350 |
| Child | $70,900 |
| Health Education Specialist | $67,630 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $61,860 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $59,930 |
| Clergy | $59,800 |
| Substance Abuse | $59,120 |
| Community Health Worker | $52,130 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a community and social service specialist make an hour in Providence?
The median hourly pay in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area is $29.97 ($62,340 a year).
Do community and social service specialists make more in Providence than the national average?
Yes: $62,340 against $56,730 nationally, 10% more.
How does Providence compare with the rest of Rhode Island?
The median in Rhode Island is $63,510, so Providence pays 2% less.
Where does Providence rank for community and social service specialist pay?
29 of 254 metro areas with data.
How much does a community and social service specialist make starting out in Providence?
The lowest-paid 10% make $47,400 or less a year; the top 10% make $92,310 or more.
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.