Electrician Salary in Rhode Island
Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures in homes, businesses, and industrial settings.
Rhode Island Electrician Wages at a Glance
Rhode Island electricians earn a statewide median of $74,090 per year ($35.62 per hour), up 29.3% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $42,990 at the 10th percentile to $102,840 at the 90th.
Rhode Island employs approximately 2,420 electricians statewide, up 14.2% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence | $73,980 | $35.57/hr | 3,560 | up 24.8% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.
Rhode Island Electrician Apprenticeships
Most electricians enter the field through a registered apprenticeship: typically 4 to 5 years of paid on-the-job training combined with classroom hours.
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