How much does a secretary and administrative assistant make in Rhode Island?
$52,140a year
Median yearly pay for secretary and administrative assistants in Rhode Island. That is $25.07 an hour or $4,345 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.07
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 5,200
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,000Median: $52,140Highest 10%: $72,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,000 | $18.27 | |
| 25th | $44,770 | $21.52 | |
| Median | $52,140 | $25.07 | |
| 75th | $61,630 | $29.63 | |
| 90th | $72,800 | $35.00 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $51,800 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for secretary and administrative assistants.
| 3. Washington | $57,330 |
| 4. Connecticut | $57,210 |
| 5. California | $55,400 |
| 6. Rhode Island | $52,140 |
| 7. Oregon | $51,740 |
| 8. Minnesota | $51,400 |
| 9. Hawaii | $50,830 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a secretary and administrative assistant make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $25.07 ($52,140 a year).
Do secretary and administrative assistants make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $52,140 against $47,540 nationally, 10% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for secretary and administrative assistant pay?
Rhode Island ranks 6 of 51 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays secretary and administrative assistants the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $51,800 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.