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How much does a psychology teacher make in Rhode Island?

$94,360a year

Median yearly pay for psychology teachers in Rhode Island. That is $45.37 an hour or $7,863 a month.

Hourly
$45.37
Vs. national median
+17%
Rank among states
9 of 50
Jobs in the state
180
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,340Median: $94,360Highest 10%: $138,100
PercentileYearlyHourly
10th$62,340$29.97
25th$77,570$37.29
Median$94,360$45.37
75th$103,900$49.94
90th$138,100$66.40

Cities in Rhode Island

Metro areas, median yearly pay.

Providence, RI$94,360
Salaries for every job in Rhode Island

Nearby in the ranking

States with similar pay for psychology teachers.

6. Michigan$99,900
7. North Dakota$97,110
8. New Hampshire$95,030
9. Rhode Island$94,360
10. Utah$93,090
11. Louisiana$91,340
12. Connecticut$84,500
Psychology Teacher salary in all states

Frequently asked questions

How much does a psychology teacher make an hour in Rhode Island?

The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $45.37 ($94,360 a year).

Do psychology teachers make more in Rhode Island than the national average?

Yes: $94,360 against $80,340 nationally, 17% more.

Where does Rhode Island rank for psychology teacher pay?

Rhode Island ranks 9 of 50 states.

Which city in Rhode Island pays psychology teachers the most?

Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $94,360 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.