How much does a preschool teacher make in Rhode Island?
$36,830a year
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers in Rhode Island. That is $17.71 an hour or $3,069 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.71
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among states
- 28 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,890
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,200Median: $36,830Highest 10%: $46,180
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,200 | $15.00 | |
| 25th | $35,900 | $17.26 | |
| Median | $36,830 | $17.71 | |
| 75th | $43,280 | $20.81 | |
| 90th | $46,180 | $22.20 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $37,900 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for preschool teachers.
| 25. Louisiana | $38,020 |
| 26. Virginia | $37,140 |
| 27. Michigan | $37,110 |
| 28. Rhode Island | $36,830 |
| 29. Indiana | $36,650 |
| 30. Montana | $36,540 |
| 31. Delaware | $36,360 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a preschool teacher make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $17.71 ($36,830 a year).
Do preschool teachers make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
No: $36,830 against $38,140 nationally, 3% less.
Where does Rhode Island rank for preschool teacher pay?
Rhode Island ranks 28 of 51 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays preschool teachers the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $37,900 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.