Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Rhode Island | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $76,470 | $68,972 | +11% |
| Median hourly wage | $36.76 | $33.16 | +11% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $74,751.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Plumber in Rhode Island is $76,470, or about $36.76 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Plumbers is $68,972. Rhode Island is +11% above the national median.
Entry-level plumbers in Rhode Island typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,820 plumber jobs on record and a median salary of $76,470, Rhode Island offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.