How much does a compensation make in Providence?
$81,030a year
Median yearly pay for compensations in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area. That is $38.96 an hour or $6,753 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.96
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among cities
- 41 of 233
- Jobs in the area
- 420
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $58,940Median: $81,030Highest 10%: $142,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,940 | $28.34 | |
| 25th | $66,710 | $32.07 | |
| Median | $81,030 | $38.96 | |
| 75th | $113,900 | $54.77 | |
| 90th | $142,600 | $68.53 |
Other cities in Rhode Island
Median yearly pay for compensations.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Providence
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Project Management Specialist | $104,500 |
| Financial Risk Specialist | $103,500 |
| Management Analyst | $100,400 |
| Financial and Investment Analyst | $100,300 |
| Financial Examiner | $97,720 |
| Accountant and Auditor | $95,020 |
| Labor Relations Specialist | $93,140 |
| Budget Analyst | $87,760 |
| Cost Estimator | $87,720 |
| Compliance Officer | $87,620 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a compensation make an hour in Providence?
The median hourly pay in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area is $38.96 ($81,030 a year).
Do compensations make more in Providence than the national average?
Yes: $81,030 against $78,210 nationally, 4% more.
How does Providence compare with the rest of Rhode Island?
The median in Rhode Island is $80,330, so Providence pays 1% more.
Where does Providence rank for compensation pay?
41 of 233 metro areas with data.
How much does a compensation make starting out in Providence?
The lowest-paid 10% make $58,940 or less a year; the top 10% make $142,600 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.