How much does a transportation worker make in Rhode Island?
$41,820a year
Median yearly pay for transportation workers in Rhode Island. That is $20.11 an hour or $3,485 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.11
- Vs. national median
- -8%
- Rank among states
- 24 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 30
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,200Median: $41,820Highest 10%: $70,630
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,200 | $15.00 | |
| 25th | $31,200 | $15.00 | |
| Median | $41,820 | $20.11 | |
| 75th | $65,250 | $31.37 | |
| 90th | $70,630 | $33.96 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $44,130 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for transportation workers.
| 21. Missouri | $42,900 |
| 22. Alaska | $42,360 |
| 23. Maryland | $42,190 |
| 24. Rhode Island | $41,820 |
| 25. Nevada | $37,340 |
| 26. Michigan | $37,190 |
| 27. Nebraska | $37,140 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a transportation worker make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $20.11 ($41,820 a year).
Do transportation workers make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
No: $41,820 against $45,650 nationally, 8% less.
Where does Rhode Island rank for transportation worker pay?
Rhode Island ranks 24 of 36 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays transportation workers the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $44,130 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.