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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41 | Software Developers | Technology | $131K | $62.78/hr |
| 42 | Natural Sciences Managers | Management | $130K | $62.73/hr |
| 43 | Teachers and Instructors, All Other | Education | $130K | N/A |
| 44 | Administrative Services Managers | Management | $129K | $62.01/hr |
| 45 | Law Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $128K | N/A |
| 46 | Pharmacists | Healthcare | $128K | $61.63/hr |
| 47 | Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other | Education | $127K | N/A |
| 48 | Veterinarians | Healthcare | $127K | $60.85/hr |
| 49 | Commercial Divers | Repair & Maintenance | $126K | $60.73/hr |
| 50 | Air Traffic Controllers | Transportation | $126K | $60.72/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Rhode Island
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Metro areas in Rhode Island
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