How much does a geoscientist make in Rhode Island?
$121,000a year
Median yearly pay for geoscientists in Rhode Island. That is $58.18 an hour or $10,080 a month.
- Hourly
- $58.18
- Vs. national median
- +19%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $80,570Median: $121,000Highest 10%: $144,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $80,570 | $38.74 | |
| 25th | $96,470 | $46.38 | |
| Median | $121,000 | $58.18 | |
| 75th | $142,500 | $68.50 | |
| 90th | $144,000 | $69.22 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $120,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for geoscientists.
| 1. Texas | $145,200 |
| 2. Rhode Island | $121,000 |
| 3. Oklahoma | $120,000 |
| 4. Colorado | $114,400 |
| 5. Mississippi | $112,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a geoscientist make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $58.18 ($121,000 a year).
Do geoscientists make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $121,000 against $101,900 nationally, 19% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for geoscientist pay?
Rhode Island ranks 2 of 50 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays geoscientists the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $120,200 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.