How much does a psychology teacher make in Providence?
$94,360a year
Median yearly pay for psychology teachers in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area. That is $45.37 an hour or $7,863 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.37
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among cities
- 27 of 136
- Jobs in the area
- 280
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,340Median: $94,360Highest 10%: $131,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,340 | $29.97 | |
| 25th | $71,720 | $34.48 | |
| Median | $94,360 | $45.37 | |
| 75th | $103,900 | $49.94 | |
| 90th | $131,500 | $63.24 |
Other cities in Rhode Island
Median yearly pay for psychology teachers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Providence
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Economics Teacher | $133,500 |
| Law Teacher | $128,500 |
| Teacher and Instructor | $128,200 |
| Social Sciences Teacher | $126,600 |
| History Teacher | $107,000 |
| Business Teacher | $104,600 |
| Area | $104,500 |
| Health Specialties Teacher | $103,800 |
| Computer Science Teacher | $103,700 |
| Engineering Teacher | $102,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychology teacher make an hour in Providence?
The median hourly pay in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area is $45.37 ($94,360 a year).
Do psychology teachers make more in Providence than the national average?
Yes: $94,360 against $80,340 nationally, 17% more.
How does Providence compare with the rest of Rhode Island?
The median in Rhode Island is $94,360, so Providence pays 0% more.
Where does Providence rank for psychology teacher pay?
27 of 136 metro areas with data.
How much does a psychology teacher make starting out in Providence?
The lowest-paid 10% make $62,340 or less a year; the top 10% make $131,500 or more.
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.