How much does a food preparation worker make in Rhode Island?
$35,470a year
Median yearly pay for food preparation workers in Rhode Island. That is $17.05 an hour or $2,956 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.05
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,830
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,200Median: $35,470Highest 10%: $45,220
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,200 | $15.00 | |
| 25th | $32,200 | $15.48 | |
| Median | $35,470 | $17.05 | |
| 75th | $42,030 | $20.21 | |
| 90th | $45,220 | $21.74 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $36,250 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food preparation workers.
| 18. New York | $35,610 |
| 19. New Jersey | $35,540 |
| 20. Maryland | $35,500 |
| 21. Rhode Island | $35,470 |
| 22. Georgia | $35,250 |
| 23. Nebraska | $35,210 |
| 24. Virginia | $34,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food preparation worker make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $17.05 ($35,470 a year).
Do food preparation workers make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $35,470 against $35,320 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for food preparation worker pay?
Rhode Island ranks 21 of 51 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays food preparation workers the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $36,250 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.