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Public Safety Telecommunicators Salary in Rhode Island
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Public Safety Telecommunicators make in Rhode Island?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$58,310
Median Annual Salary
▲
+6.9% vs 2024
$58,840
Mean Salary
$58,310
Median Salary
$28.03
Hourly Rate
370 people work as Public Safety Telecommunicators in Rhode Island
Public Safety Telecommunicators salary by percentile in Rhode Island
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Public Safety Telecommunicators in Rhode Island earn a median salary of $58,310 per year ($4,859/month).
This is 8.2% above the national average of $53,895.
Rhode Island ranks #18 out of 51 states for Public Safety Telecommunicators pay.
Approximately 370 people work in this occupation across Rhode Island.
Salaries increased by 6.9% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Public Safety Telecommunicators
Operate telephone, radio, or other communication systems to receive and communicate requests for emergency assistance at 9-1-1 public safety answering points and emergency operations centers. Take information from the public and other sources regarding crimes, threats, disturbances, acts of terrorism, fires, medical emergencies, and other public safety matters. May coordinate and provide information to law enforcement and emergency response personnel. May access sensitive databases and other information sources as needed. May provide additional instructions to callers based on knowledge of and certification in law enforcement, fire, or emergency medical procedures.
Top Skills
Active Listening
4.38
Speaking
4.12
Social Perceptiveness
3.88
Critical Thinking
3.75
Coordination
3.75
Key Knowledge Areas
Public Safety and Security
4.93
Law and Government
4.55
English Language
4.48
Telecommunications
4.45
Customer and Personal Service
4.4
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(63.4% of workers)
Salary Range: Public Safety Telecommunicators in Rhode Island
Salaries for Public Safety Telecommunicators in Rhode Island range from $47,880 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $68,730 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $52,520 and $63,160.
Median $58,310
P10: $47,880P25: $52,520P75: $63,160P90: $68,730
10th
$47,880
25th
$52,520
Median
$58,310
75th
$63,160
90th
$68,730
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$47,880
$23.02
$3,990
25th Percentile
$52,520
$25.25
$4,376
Median (50th)
$58,310
$28.03
$4,859
75th Percentile
$63,160
$30.37
$5,263
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$68,730
$33.04
$5,727
Note: The mean (average) salary of $58,840 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Public Safety Telecommunicators make in Rhode Island?
The median annual salary for Public Safety Telecommunicators in Rhode Island is $58,310 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $58,840.
What is the salary range for a Public Safety Telecommunicators in Rhode Island?
Salaries for Public Safety Telecommunicators in Rhode Island range from $47,880 at the 10th percentile to $68,730 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $52,520 and $63,160.
What is the starting salary for a Public Safety Telecommunicators in Rhode Island?
Entry-level Public Safety Telecommunicators positions in Rhode Island typically start around $47,880 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $52,520 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Public Safety Telecommunicators in Rhode Island?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 370 people are employed as Public Safety Telecommunicators in Rhode Island.
What is the hourly rate for a Public Safety Telecommunicators in Rhode Island?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Public Safety Telecommunicators in Rhode Island is approximately $28.03 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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