How much does an environmental scientist and specialist make in Providence?
Median yearly pay for environmental scientist and specialists in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area. That is $46.79 an hour or $8,111 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.79
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among cities
- 30 of 259
- Jobs in the area
- 400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,350 | $29.50 | |
| 25th | $79,220 | $38.09 | |
| Median | $97,330 | $46.79 | |
| 75th | $120,500 | $57.91 | |
| 90th | $139,100 | $66.85 |
Other cities in Rhode Island
Median yearly pay for environmental scientist and specialists.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Providence
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Scientist | $180,500 |
| Physicist | $155,200 |
| Psychologist | $131,300 |
| Geoscientist | $120,200 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $108,900 |
| Medical Scientist | $106,700 |
| Epidemiologist | $105,900 |
| Biological Scientist | $101,800 |
| Chemist | $100,700 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialist | $98,320 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an environmental scientist and specialist make an hour in Providence?
The median hourly pay in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area is $46.79 ($97,330 a year).
Do environmental scientist and specialists make more in Providence than the national average?
Yes: $97,330 against $82,220 nationally, 18% more.
How does Providence compare with the rest of Rhode Island?
The median in Rhode Island is $100,700, so Providence pays 3% less.
Where does Providence rank for environmental scientist and specialist pay?
30 of 259 metro areas with data.
How much does an environmental scientist and specialist make starting out in Providence?
The lowest-paid 10% make $61,350 or less a year; the top 10% make $139,100 or more.
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.