Top Paying Jobs in Rhode Island
Rhode Island has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 63,210 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Emergency Medicine Physicians ($512,730), Family Medicine Physicians ($467,160), Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric ($450,370). The cost of living index is 101.77 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,544/month.
State-level averages. Salaries, rent, and cost of living vary significantly between metros. For more accurate data, select a metro area from the list below or browse all metros.
Highest paying careers in Rhode Island
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Emergency Medicine Physicians | Healthcare | $513K | $246.51/hr |
| 2 | Family Medicine Physicians | Healthcare | $467K | $224.6/hr |
| 3 | Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric | Healthcare | $450K | $216.52/hr |
| 4 | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons | Healthcare | $414K | $199.07/hr |
| 5 | Cardiologists | Healthcare | $396K | $190.2/hr |
| 6 | General Internal Medicine Physicians | Healthcare | $379K | $182.45/hr |
| 7 | Physicians, Pathologists | Healthcare | $323K | $155.26/hr |
| 8 | Psychiatrists | Healthcare | $288K | $138.28/hr |
| 9 | Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates | Legal | $240K | $115.27/hr |
| 10 | Chief Executives | Management | $235K | $113.15/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Rhode Island
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Metro areas in Rhode Island
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