How much does an electrician make in Rhode Island?
$74,090a year
Median yearly pay for electricians in Rhode Island. That is $35.62 an hour or $6,174 a month.
- Hourly
- $35.62
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,420
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,990Median: $74,090Highest 10%: $102,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,990 | $20.67 | |
| 25th | $58,410 | $28.08 | |
| Median | $74,090 | $35.62 | |
| 75th | $95,700 | $46.01 | |
| 90th | $102,800 | $49.44 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $73,980 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for electricians.
| 15. California | $76,160 |
| 16. Wyoming | $76,120 |
| 17. Maine | $75,380 |
| 18. Rhode Island | $74,090 |
| 19. Nevada | $73,570 |
| 20. Maryland | $73,490 |
| 21. Indiana | $68,490 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an electrician make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $35.62 ($74,090 a year).
Do electricians make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $74,090 against $63,190 nationally, 17% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for electrician pay?
Rhode Island ranks 18 of 51 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays electricians the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $73,980 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.