How much does an elementary school teacher make in Rhode Island?
$90,930a year
Median yearly pay for elementary school teachers in Rhode Island. That is $43.72 an hour or $7,578 a month.
- Hourly
- $43.72
- Vs. national median
- +42%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,830
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,070Median: $90,930Highest 10%: $99,610
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,070 | $21.67 | |
| 25th | $61,860 | $29.74 | |
| Median | $90,930 | $43.72 | |
| 75th | $96,020 | $46.16 | |
| 90th | $99,610 | $47.89 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $86,720 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for elementary school teachers.
| 2. California | $99,650 |
| 3. District of Columbia | $96,580 |
| 4. Massachusetts | $94,000 |
| 5. Rhode Island | $90,930 |
| 6. New York | $85,760 |
| 7. Connecticut | $80,600 |
| 8. Alaska | $79,260 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an elementary school teacher make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $43.72 ($90,930 a year).
Do elementary school teachers make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $90,930 against $63,970 nationally, 42% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for elementary school teacher pay?
Rhode Island ranks 5 of 51 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays elementary school teachers the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $86,720 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.