How much does a kindergarten teacher make in Rhode Island?
$85,470a year
Median yearly pay for kindergarten teachers in Rhode Island. That is $41.09 an hour or $7,123 a month.
- Hourly
- $41.09
- Vs. national median
- +36%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 360
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,050Median: $85,470Highest 10%: $99,320
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,050 | $18.29 | |
| 25th | $63,420 | $30.49 | |
| Median | $85,470 | $41.09 | |
| 75th | $96,130 | $46.22 | |
| 90th | $99,320 | $47.75 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $85,470 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for kindergarten teachers.
| 1. Washington | $99,960 |
| 2. Connecticut | $90,030 |
| 3. Rhode Island | $85,470 |
| 4. Massachusetts | $84,100 |
| 5. California | $82,550 |
| 6. District of Columbia | $81,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a kindergarten teacher make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $41.09 ($85,470 a year).
Do kindergarten teachers make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $85,470 against $62,680 nationally, 36% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for kindergarten teacher pay?
Rhode Island ranks 3 of 50 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays kindergarten teachers the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $85,470 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.