How much does an inspector make in Rhode Island?
$54,940a year
Median yearly pay for inspectors in Rhode Island. That is $26.41 an hour or $4,578 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.41
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,790
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,400Median: $54,940Highest 10%: $88,710
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,400 | $17.98 | |
| 25th | $44,520 | $21.40 | |
| Median | $54,940 | $26.41 | |
| 75th | $77,830 | $37.42 | |
| 90th | $88,710 | $42.65 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $49,790 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for inspectors.
| 9. Delaware | $57,190 |
| 10. Minnesota | $57,170 |
| 11. Connecticut | $57,090 |
| 12. Rhode Island | $54,940 |
| 13. New Hampshire | $54,800 |
| 14. Missouri | $54,420 |
| 15. California | $54,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an inspector make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $26.41 ($54,940 a year).
Do inspectors make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $54,940 against $48,570 nationally, 13% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for inspector pay?
Rhode Island ranks 12 of 51 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays inspectors the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $49,790 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.