How much does a medical secretary and administrative assistant make in Rhode Island?
$46,860a year
Median yearly pay for medical secretary and administrative assistants in Rhode Island. That is $22.53 an hour or $3,905 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.53
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,350
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,630Median: $46,860Highest 10%: $61,330
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,630 | $19.53 | |
| 25th | $45,730 | $21.99 | |
| Median | $46,860 | $22.53 | |
| 75th | $55,690 | $26.77 | |
| 90th | $61,330 | $29.49 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $46,860 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for medical secretary and administrative assistants.
| 16. Maine | $46,990 |
| 17. Nevada | $46,990 |
| 18. Colorado | $46,920 |
| 19. Rhode Island | $46,860 |
| 20. Illinois | $46,670 |
| 21. Virginia | $46,180 |
| 22. Nebraska | $46,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical secretary and administrative assistant make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $22.53 ($46,860 a year).
Do medical secretary and administrative assistants make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $46,860 against $45,930 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for medical secretary and administrative assistant pay?
Rhode Island ranks 19 of 51 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays medical secretary and administrative assistants the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $46,860 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.