How much does an english language and literature teacher make in Rhode Island?
$79,190a year
Median yearly pay for english language and literature teachers in Rhode Island. That is $38.07 an hour or $6,599 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.07
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 540
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $64,700Median: $79,190Highest 10%: $129,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $64,700 | $31.11 | |
| 25th | $79,190 | $38.07 | |
| Median | $79,190 | $38.07 | |
| 75th | $102,300 | $49.18 | |
| 90th | $129,900 | $62.45 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $79,190 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for english language and literature teachers.
| 17. Pennsylvania | $80,670 |
| 18. Washington | $79,840 |
| 19. Iowa | $79,720 |
| 20. Rhode Island | $79,190 |
| 21. Texas | $78,900 |
| 22. New Jersey | $78,760 |
| 23. Nebraska | $78,450 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an english language and literature teacher make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $38.07 ($79,190 a year).
Do english language and literature teachers make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $79,190 against $78,760 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for english language and literature teacher pay?
Rhode Island ranks 20 of 49 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays english language and literature teachers the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $79,190 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.