How much does a computer and information research scientist make in Rhode Island?
$121,500a year
Median yearly pay for computer and information research scientists in Rhode Island. That is $58.40 an hour or $10,120 a month.
- Hourly
- $58.40
- Vs. national median
- -13%
- Rank among states
- 24 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 500
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $91,230Median: $121,500Highest 10%: $170,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $91,230 | $43.86 | |
| 25th | $102,800 | $49.42 | |
| Median | $121,500 | $58.40 | |
| 75th | $154,500 | $74.26 | |
| 90th | $170,700 | $82.06 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $123,400 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for computer and information research scientists.
| 21. North Carolina | $128,400 |
| 22. Missouri | $127,800 |
| 23. South Carolina | $127,000 |
| 24. Rhode Island | $121,500 |
| 25. Texas | $121,200 |
| 26. Florida | $119,800 |
| 27. Alabama | $117,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a computer and information research scientist make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $58.40 ($121,500 a year).
Do computer and information research scientists make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
No: $121,500 against $140,300 nationally, 13% less.
Where does Rhode Island rank for computer and information research scientist pay?
Rhode Island ranks 24 of 35 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays computer and information research scientists the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $123,400 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.