How much does a medical equipment preparer make in Rhode Island?
$51,460a year
Median yearly pay for medical equipment preparers in Rhode Island. That is $24.74 an hour or $4,288 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.74
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,940Median: $51,460Highest 10%: $62,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,940 | $19.20 | |
| 25th | $47,580 | $22.88 | |
| Median | $51,460 | $24.74 | |
| 75th | $59,610 | $28.66 | |
| 90th | $62,500 | $30.05 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $48,930 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for medical equipment preparers.
| 4. New York | $57,320 |
| 5. Delaware | $53,300 |
| 6. Hawaii | $51,630 |
| 7. Rhode Island | $51,460 |
| 8. New Jersey | $50,280 |
| 9. Minnesota | $50,070 |
| 10. Alaska | $49,920 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical equipment preparer make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $24.74 ($51,460 a year).
Do medical equipment preparers make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $51,460 against $47,700 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for medical equipment preparer pay?
Rhode Island ranks 7 of 51 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays medical equipment preparers the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $48,930 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.