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103 Jobs That Pay Over $100K in Rhode Island (2025)

Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed: 2026-05-19

There are 103 occupations in Rhode Island with a median salary above $100K per year. The highest-paying is Emergency Medicine Physicians at $512,730/year. Based on 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Data: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025

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Average Salary by State

Average salaries across all 50 states. Click a state to see its $100K+ jobs.

$57,873

$89,679

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS 2025 Annual

AL $63,963 AK $79,599 AZ $72,019 AR $58,447 CA $83,172 CO $76,493 CT $78,019 DE $71,614 DC $89,679 FL $67,772 GA $69,372 HI $73,976 ID $67,243 IL $74,900 IN $68,360 IA $68,184 KS $65,075 KY $66,085 LA $62,928 ME $70,351 MD $79,476 MA $81,221 MI $70,102 MN $79,901 MS $57,873 MO $67,599 MT $65,918 NE $68,499 NV $69,352 NH $75,725 NJ $80,366 NM $68,121 NY $83,189 NC $67,685 ND $70,391 OH $69,737 OK $63,871 OR $75,924 PA $70,617 RI $78,209 SC $66,430 SD $64,417 TN $66,638 TX $68,700 UT $68,195 VT $74,078 VA $73,984 WA $86,472 WV $62,235 WI $71,762 WY $66,073

103
Jobs Over $100K

$512,730

#1: Emergency Medicine Physicians

$146,333

Avg of Qualifying Jobs

73,860

Workers in These Jobs

All 103 Jobs Paying Over $100K in Rhode Island

Ranked by median annual salary. Click any job to see the full salary breakdown.

#	Occupation	Median Salary	Mean Salary	Workers
1	Emergency Medicine Physicians	$512,730	$411,330	290
2	Family Medicine Physicians	$467,160	$365,960	210
3	Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric	$450,370	$336,620	180
4	Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons	$414,060	$374,910	N/A
5	Cardiologists	$395,610	$344,820	60
6	General Internal Medicine Physicians	$379,490	$298,550	300
7	Physicians, Pathologists	$322,950	$315,010	N/A
8	Psychiatrists	$287,610	$257,290	270
9	Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates	$239,760	$213,840	120
10	Chief Executives	$235,360	$341,100	460
11	Pediatricians, General	$218,080	$215,550	180
12	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$175,910	$183,910	370
13	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$167,270	$174,020	1,210
14	Human Resources Managers	$167,110	$179,520	530
15	Financial Managers	$166,940	$181,400	2,570
16	Obstetricians and Gynecologists	$166,390	$255,560	140
17	Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers	$164,880	$186,560	40
18	Dentists, General	$161,560	$162,440	360
19	Podiatrists	$159,760	$156,770	50
20	Advertising and Promotions Managers	$157,890	$158,770	60
21	Public Relations Managers	$156,080	$163,300	210
22	Fundraising Managers	$155,970	$166,240	220
23	Physicists	$155,150	$169,270	N/A
24	Sales Managers	$154,970	$162,160	1,120
25	Sales Engineers	$149,750	$129,200	30
26	Compensation and Benefits Managers	$149,340	$170,170	50
27	Database Architects	$140,320	$145,930	160
28	Physician Assistants	$139,930	$146,630	810
29	Lawyers	$138,960	$159,690	1,840
30	Electronics Engineers, Except Computer	$136,360	$139,930	970
31	Nurse Practitioners	$135,970	$143,150	1,180
32	Nurse Midwives	$135,180	$135,610	80
33	Computer Systems Analysts	$134,630	$124,340	1,850
34	Purchasing Managers	$134,560	$144,730	220
35	Optometrists	$134,520	$145,800	250
36	Computer Network Architects	$131,320	$131,220	460
37	Software Developers	$130,590	$129,080	5,070
38	Natural Sciences Managers	$130,480	$141,270	200
39	Administrative Services Managers	$128,980	$139,170	780
40	Law Teachers, Postsecondary	$128,490	$138,840	N/A
41	Pharmacists	$128,180	$123,300	1,510
42	Veterinarians	$126,570	$133,850	430
43	Commercial Divers	$126,320	$117,430	N/A
44	Air Traffic Controllers	$126,300	$120,870	50
45	Industrial Production Managers	$124,120	$132,610	940
46	Funeral Home Managers	$122,150	$112,190	120
47	Computer and Information Research Scientists	$121,470	$127,470	500
48	Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers	$121,010	$119,270	N/A
49	Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary	$119,980	$118,150	1,160
50	Computer Hardware Engineers	$119,510	$123,300	390
51	Ship Engineers	$119,330	$121,160	50
52	Medical and Health Services Managers	$119,260	$131,360	3,370
53	Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products	$117,670	$125,800	530
54	Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers	$117,600	$125,860	450
55	General and Operations Managers	$117,380	$143,370	9,150
56	Training and Development Managers	$116,590	$125,800	100
57	Mechanical Engineers	$116,230	$124,290	1,560
58	Chemical Engineers	$111,590	$115,030	50
59	Actuaries	$111,090	$123,510	100
60	Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door	$110,900	$99,040	110
61	Information Security Analysts	$109,420	$121,640	710
62	Industrial Engineers	$109,350	$115,040	990
63	Mathematicians	$109,260	$115,200	100
64	Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay	$107,980	$101,000	30
65	Clinical and Counseling Psychologists	$107,490	$104,670	420
66	Lodging Managers	$106,630	$97,970	110
67	Education Administrators, Postsecondary	$106,520	$133,990	1,140
68	Facilities Managers	$106,510	$119,200	470
69	Database Administrators	$106,020	$105,860	280
70	Web and Digital Interface Designers	$105,990	$109,360	240
71	Architects, Except Landscape and Naval	$105,160	$110,140	550
72	Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists	$105,060	$105,580	140
73	Project Management Specialists	$104,680	$112,110	3,880
74	Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers	$104,620	$103,110	120
75	Financial Risk Specialists	$104,470	$118,270	450
76	Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary	$104,460	$114,530	N/A
77	Crane and Tower Operators	$104,340	$99,690	N/A
78	Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians	$104,000	$94,080	260
79	Nuclear Medicine Technologists	$104,000	$109,160	110
80	Speech-Language Pathologists	$104,000	$103,850	720
81	Construction Managers	$103,990	$115,280	450
82	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$103,820	$125,040	360
83	Telecommunications Line Installers and Repairers	$103,810	$97,780	490
84	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$103,780	$126,760	480
85	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$103,370	$121,140	670
86	Network and Computer Systems Administrators	$103,100	$108,040	1,060
87	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,690	$108,450	N/A
88	Statisticians	$102,620	$96,710	40
89	Data Scientists	$102,440	$111,260	1,160
90	Technical Writers	$102,360	$97,050	150
91	Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$102,300	$105,470	250
92	Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers	$101,790	$108,720	400
93	Occupational Health and Safety Specialists	$101,740	$105,940	200
94	Chemists	$101,660	$106,450	150
95	Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$101,320	$102,290	170
96	Commercial and Industrial Designers	$101,140	$100,630	190
97	Environmental Engineers	$101,140	$105,720	200
98	Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary	$100,920	$110,720	110
99	Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$100,790	$103,950	160
100	Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health	$100,730	$104,460	330
101	Registered Nurses	$100,640	$101,260	10,090
102	Financial and Investment Analysts	$100,550	$115,910	1,790
103	Occupational Therapists	$100,040	$99,380	770

Rhode Island High-Salary Insights

The $100K+ jobs in Rhode Island are concentrated in Healthcare Practitioners, Management, and Legal fields.

20.4% of all tracked occupations in RI earn a median salary above $100K. The entry point for this group is $100,040/year (Occupational Therapists), while the top earner makes $512,730/year.

Rhode Island ranks #15 among all 50 states for the number of $100K+ jobs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many jobs pay over $100K a year in Rhode Island?

According to 2025 BLS data, there are 103 occupations in Rhode Island with a median annual salary above $100K. This represents 20.4% of all tracked occupations in RI.

What is the highest paying job in Rhode Island?

The highest paying occupation in Rhode Island is Emergency Medicine Physicians with a median salary of $512,730 per year based on 2025 BLS OEWS data.

What is the minimum salary to be on the $100K+ list in Rhode Island?

The entry point for the $100K+ list in Rhode Island is $100,040/year (Occupational Therapists). Any occupation with a median salary above $100K qualifies for this list.

What is the average salary of $100K+ jobs in Rhode Island?

The average median salary among all 103 occupations that pay over $100K in Rhode Island is $146,333 per year (2025 data).

How can I get a job that pays over $100K in Rhode Island?

High-paying jobs in Rhode Island typically require specialized education, certifications, or significant experience. Common fields include healthcare, technology, management, and engineering. Investing in relevant skills through certifications and advanced degrees can help you reach the $100K+ salary range. Check individual job pages for specific requirements.

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Data Source & Methodology

This list includes all occupations with BLS-published state-level median salary data above $100K per year. Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates. See our Methodology page for details.

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics