How much does a social worker make in Rhode Island?
$111,600a year
Median yearly pay for social workers in Rhode Island. That is $53.65 an hour or $9,299 a month.
- Hourly
- $53.65
- Vs. national median
- +55%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $91,560Median: $111,600Highest 10%: $126,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $91,560 | $44.02 | |
| 25th | $97,300 | $46.78 | |
| Median | $111,600 | $53.65 | |
| 75th | $120,100 | $57.72 | |
| 90th | $126,900 | $61.02 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $108,700 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social workers.
| 1. Nevada | $121,800 |
| 2. Hawaii | $116,100 |
| 3. Rhode Island | $111,600 |
| 4. New Hampshire | $103,700 |
| 5. Washington | $102,500 |
| 6. Oklahoma | $101,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social worker make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $53.65 ($111,600 a year).
Do social workers make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $111,600 against $71,900 nationally, 55% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for social worker pay?
Rhode Island ranks 3 of 50 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays social workers the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $108,700 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.