How much does an optician make in Rhode Island?
$47,400a year
Median yearly pay for opticians in Rhode Island. That is $22.79 an hour or $3,950 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.79
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 23 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 350
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,480Median: $47,400Highest 10%: $77,130
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,480 | $18.50 | |
| 25th | $45,700 | $21.97 | |
| Median | $47,400 | $22.79 | |
| 75th | $60,780 | $29.22 | |
| 90th | $77,130 | $37.08 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $48,940 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for opticians.
| 20. Minnesota | $48,020 |
| 21. Georgia | $48,010 |
| 22. South Carolina | $48,000 |
| 23. Rhode Island | $47,400 |
| 24. Colorado | $47,310 |
| 25. Maine | $47,220 |
| 26. Montana | $47,050 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an optician make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $22.79 ($47,400 a year).
Do opticians make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $47,400 against $47,260 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for optician pay?
Rhode Island ranks 23 of 51 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays opticians the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $48,940 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.