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Physicists Salary in Rhode Island
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Physicists make in Rhode Island?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$155,150
Median Annual Salary
$169,270
Mean Salary
$155,150
Median Salary
$74.59
Hourly Rate
Physicists salary by percentile in Rhode Island
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Physicists in Rhode Island earn a median salary of $155,150 per year ($12,929/month).
This is 0.9% above the national average of $153,763.
Rhode Island ranks #23 out of 43 states for Physicists pay.
About This Job: Physicists
Conduct research into physical phenomena, develop theories on the basis of observation and experiments, and devise methods to apply physical laws and theories.
Top Skills
Science
4.62
Reading Comprehension
4.25
Mathematics
4.25
Speaking
4.12
Critical Thinking
4.12
Key Knowledge Areas
Physics
4.92
Mathematics
4.82
Engineering and Technology
4.54
Computers and Electronics
4.38
English Language
3.69
Typical Education: Doctoral Degree
(49.0% of workers)
Salaries for Physicists in Rhode Island range from $86,340 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $298,000 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $111,240 and $187,080.
The median annual salary for Physicists in Rhode Island is $155,150 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $169,270.
What is the salary range for a Physicists in Rhode Island?
Salaries for Physicists in Rhode Island range from $86,340 at the 10th percentile to $298,000 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $111,240 and $187,080.
What is the starting salary for a Physicists in Rhode Island?
Entry-level Physicists positions in Rhode Island typically start around $86,340 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $111,240 (25th percentile).
What is the hourly rate for a Physicists in Rhode Island?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Physicists in Rhode Island is approximately $74.59 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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