How much does an environmental science and protection technician make in Rhode Island?
$64,830a year
Median yearly pay for environmental science and protection technicians in Rhode Island. That is $31.17 an hour or $5,403 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.17
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,100Median: $64,830Highest 10%: $97,720
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,100 | $24.57 | |
| 25th | $51,100 | $24.57 | |
| Median | $64,830 | $31.17 | |
| 75th | $82,600 | $39.71 | |
| 90th | $97,720 | $46.98 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $64,830 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for environmental science and protection technicians.
| 2. Nebraska | $66,240 |
| 3. Connecticut | $66,120 |
| 4. Minnesota | $65,320 |
| 5. Rhode Island | $64,830 |
| 6. New York | $62,400 |
| 7. New Mexico | $62,330 |
| 8. North Dakota | $61,430 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an environmental science and protection technician make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $31.17 ($64,830 a year).
Do environmental science and protection technicians make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $64,830 against $55,090 nationally, 18% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for environmental science and protection technician pay?
Rhode Island ranks 5 of 49 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays environmental science and protection technicians the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $64,830 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.