How much does a heavy and tractor-trailer truck driver make in Rhode Island?
$60,190a year
Median yearly pay for heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers in Rhode Island. That is $28.94 an hour or $5,016 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.94
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,620
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,600Median: $60,190Highest 10%: $75,120
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,600 | $21.92 | |
| 25th | $50,330 | $24.20 | |
| Median | $60,190 | $28.94 | |
| 75th | $64,250 | $30.89 | |
| 90th | $75,120 | $36.12 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $60,610 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers.
| 17. Indiana | $60,290 |
| 18. New Hampshire | $60,280 |
| 19. California | $60,230 |
| 20. Rhode Island | $60,190 |
| 21. Hawaii | $59,820 |
| 22. Ohio | $59,800 |
| 23. Maryland | $59,360 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a heavy and tractor-trailer truck driver make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $28.94 ($60,190 a year).
Do heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $60,190 against $58,640 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for heavy and tractor-trailer truck driver pay?
Rhode Island ranks 20 of 51 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $60,610 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.