Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Rhode Island | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $95,820 | $86,427 | +11% |
| Median hourly wage | $46.07 | $41.55 | +11% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $93,666.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Accountant in Rhode Island is $95,820, or about $46.07 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Accountants is $86,427. Rhode Island is +11% above the national median.
Entry-level accountants in Rhode Island typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 6,570 accountant jobs on record and a median salary of $95,820, Rhode Island offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.