How much does a compensation make in Rhode Island?
$80,330a year
Median yearly pay for compensations in Rhode Island. That is $38.62 an hour or $6,694 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.62
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 300
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $59,440Median: $80,330Highest 10%: $172,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $59,440 | $28.58 | |
| 25th | $66,710 | $32.07 | |
| Median | $80,330 | $38.62 | |
| 75th | $109,000 | $52.42 | |
| 90th | $172,700 | $83.01 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $81,030 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for compensations.
| 11. Connecticut | $83,100 |
| 12. Virginia | $81,190 |
| 13. New Hampshire | $80,810 |
| 14. Rhode Island | $80,330 |
| 15. Maryland | $79,700 |
| 16. Michigan | $79,480 |
| 17. Illinois | $79,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a compensation make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $38.62 ($80,330 a year).
Do compensations make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $80,330 against $78,210 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for compensation pay?
Rhode Island ranks 14 of 50 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays compensations the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $81,030 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.