May 2025 · State · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Rhode Island
Rhode Island
545 occupations
Across 545 occupations with published wages in Rhode Island, emergency medicine physicians record the highest median at $512,730 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Rhode Island
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 13,310 | $31,490 |
| Retail Salespersons | 12,830 | $34,860 |
| Nursing Assistants | 10,220 | $46,440 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | 10,160 | $35,420 |
| Registered Nurses | 10,090 | $100,640 |
| Cashiers | 9,260 | $34,860 |
| General and Operations Managers | 9,150 | $117,380 |
| Customer Service Representatives | 7,890 | $47,550 |
| Office Clerks, General | 7,700 | $47,830 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 7,490 | $43,680 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Therapist Aides | $31,200 | 280 |
| Crossing Guards and Flaggers | $31,200 | — |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $31,200 | 2,880 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Workers, All Other | $31,200 | — |
| Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists | $31,200 | 1,470 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $31,220 | 760 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $31,400 | — |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $31,490 | 13,310 |
| Machine Feeders and Offbearers | $32,770 | — |
| Dishwashers | $33,960 | 2,790 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.