Accountants and Auditors pay in Rhode Island
In Rhode Island, the median pay for accountants and auditors is $46.07 an hour ($95,820 a year). About 6,570 people work in this job there.
That is 15% higher than the U.S. median ($83,680). Rhode Island ranks 9th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for accountants and auditors in Rhode Island
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $28.81 | $59,920 |
| 25% of workers | $36.73 | $76,400 |
| Half of workers (median) | $46.07 | $95,820 |
| 75% of workers | $57.83 | $120,280 |
| 90% of workers | $72.27 | $150,320 |
Accountants and Auditors pay in Rhode Island metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Providence-Warwick | $95,020 | 8,250 |
Rhode Island unemployment rate: 3.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for accountants and auditors
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +5% over ten years, faster than average · about 115,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Rhode Island
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Financial and Investment Analysts | $100,550 |
| Loan Officers | $77,250 |
| Personal Financial Advisors | $80,200 |
| Financial Specialists, All Other | $78,990 |
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