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24 Jobs That Pay Over $150K in Rhode Island (2025)

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

There are 24 occupations in Rhode Island with a median salary above $150K 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 $150K+ 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

24
Jobs Over $150K

$512,730

#1: Emergency Medicine Physicians

$251,377

Avg of Qualifying Jobs

8,950

Workers in These Jobs

All 24 Jobs Paying Over $150K 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

Rhode Island High-Salary Insights

The $150K+ jobs in Rhode Island are concentrated in Healthcare Practitioners, Management, and Legal fields.

4.7% of all tracked occupations in RI earn a median salary above $150K. The entry point for this group is $154,970/year (Sales Managers), while the top earner makes $512,730/year.

Rhode Island ranks #19 among all 50 states for the number of $150K+ jobs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many jobs pay over $150K a year in Rhode Island?

According to 2025 BLS data, there are 24 occupations in Rhode Island with a median annual salary above $150K. This represents 4.7% 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 $150K+ list in Rhode Island?

The entry point for the $150K+ list in Rhode Island is $154,970/year (Sales Managers). Any occupation with a median salary above $150K qualifies for this list.

What is the average salary of $150K+ jobs in Rhode Island?

The average median salary among all 24 occupations that pay over $150K in Rhode Island is $251,377 per year (2025 data).

How can I get a job that pays over $150K 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 $150K+ salary range. Check individual job pages for specific requirements.

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Jobs Over $150K in Other States

These are gross salaries. After federal, state, and FICA taxes, take-home pay is lower.

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Data Source & Methodology

This list includes all occupations with BLS-published state-level median salary data above $150K 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