Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Rhode Island | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $80,090 | $66,500 | +20% |
| Median hourly wage | $38.50 | $31.97 | +20% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $78,289.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Licensed Practical Nurse in Rhode Island is $80,090, or about $38.50 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Licensed Practical Nurses is $66,500. Rhode Island is +20% above the national median.
Entry-level licensed practical nurses in Rhode Island typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,290 licensed practical nurse jobs on record and a median salary of $80,090, Rhode Island offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.