How much does a social sciences teacher make in Rhode Island?
$126,600a year
Median yearly pay for social sciences teachers in Rhode Island. That is $60.88 an hour or $10,550 a month.
- Hourly
- $60.88
- Vs. national median
- +73%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $61,240Median: $126,600Highest 10%: $221,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,240 | $29.44 | |
| 25th | $78,130 | $37.56 | |
| Median | $126,600 | $60.88 | |
| 75th | $163,500 | $78.60 | |
| 90th | $221,000 | $106.25 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $126,600 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social sciences teachers.
| 1. California | $132,900 |
| 2. Rhode Island | $126,600 |
| 3. Minnesota | $102,400 |
| 4. Utah | $102,000 |
| 5. Massachusetts | $98,260 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social sciences teacher make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $60.88 ($126,600 a year).
Do social sciences teachers make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $126,600 against $72,990 nationally, 73% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for social sciences teacher pay?
Rhode Island ranks 2 of 40 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays social sciences teachers the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $126,600 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.