How much does a healthcare support worker make in Providence?
$46,430a year
Median yearly pay for healthcare support workers in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area. That is $22.32 an hour or $3,869 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.32
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among cities
- 142 of 282
- Jobs in the area
- 420
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,320Median: $46,430Highest 10%: $67,890
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,320 | $17.94 | |
| 25th | $43,540 | $20.93 | |
| Median | $46,430 | $22.32 | |
| 75th | $55,990 | $26.92 | |
| 90th | $67,890 | $32.64 |
Other cities in Rhode Island
Median yearly pay for healthcare support workers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Providence
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $72,150 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $67,300 |
| Massage Therapist | $60,420 |
| Dental Assistant | $49,460 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $48,930 |
| Medical Assistant | $47,020 |
| Phlebotomist | $46,430 |
| Nursing Assistant | $46,330 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $46,010 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $43,190 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a healthcare support worker make an hour in Providence?
The median hourly pay in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area is $22.32 ($46,430 a year).
Do healthcare support workers make more in Providence than the national average?
No: $46,430 against $48,430 nationally, 4% less.
How does Providence compare with the rest of Rhode Island?
The median in Rhode Island is $47,600, so Providence pays 2% less.
Where does Providence rank for healthcare support worker pay?
142 of 282 metro areas with data.
How much does a healthcare support worker make starting out in Providence?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,320 or less a year; the top 10% make $67,890 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.