Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Rhode Island | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $74,090 | $68,765 | +8% |
| Median hourly wage | $35.62 | $33.06 | +8% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $72,424.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Electrician in Rhode Island is $74,090, or about $35.62 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Electricians is $68,765. Rhode Island is +8% above the national median.
Entry-level electricians in Rhode Island typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,420 electrician jobs on record and a median salary of $74,090, Rhode Island offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.