Rhode Island Median
$51,100
per year
Hourly Rate
$24.57
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+14% vs US median
US median $44,910
State Rank
#6 of 39
130 employed here
How much does a Psychiatric Aide make in Rhode Island?
Psychiatric Aides in Rhode Island take home a median of $51,100 annually — roughly $24.57 an hour — which runs 14% above the national median of $44,910.
Within Rhode Island, entry-level pay starts around $43,040 while the top 10% make $62,530 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $44,810 and $51,100 a year.
Psychiatric Aide salary range in Rhode Island
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $43,040 | $20.69 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $44,810 | $21.54 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $51,100 | $24.57 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $51,100 | $24.57 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $62,530 | $30.06 |
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How Rhode Island compares
Rhode Island ranks 6th out of 39 states and territories for Psychiatric Aide pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Psychiatric Aide salary in other states
Minnesota $55,040Washington $52,570Hawaii $52,310Maryland $51,440Nevada $51,400New York $50,220Alaska $49,300Illinois $48,670Oregon $48,300Vermont $47,860California $47,500Maine $46,720Montana $46,340Colorado $46,130Michigan $45,800New Jersey $45,780Massachusetts $45,300Oklahoma $44,960Indiana $44,860Pennsylvania $44,790Connecticut $44,660Texas $42,560Utah $40,810Missouri $39,840Iowa $39,260Kentucky $38,610Ohio $38,480North Carolina $38,400Kansas $38,390Florida $37,930West Virginia $37,910Virginia $37,280Georgia $36,790South Carolina $36,320Arkansas $36,270Mississippi $30,510Louisiana $30,030Alabama $27,150
Working as a Psychiatric Aide in Rhode Island
Nationally, about 36,000 people work as Psychiatric Aides in the United States. A certificate or diploma program (usually 6 to 18 months) is the typical entry path.
Considering a move? Compare Rhode Island pay ($51,100) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Psychiatric Aide make in Rhode Island?
The median Psychiatric Aide salary in Rhode Island is $51,100 per year, or about $24.57 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $43,040 at the entry level to $62,530 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Rhode Island pay compare to the national average?
Rhode Island pays Psychiatric Aides about 14% more than the national median of $44,910. Rhode Island ranks 6th out of 39 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Rhode Island a good state for Psychiatric Aides?
Yes on pay — Rhode Island pays above the national median for this occupation, at $51,100 a year. About 130 Psychiatric Aides are employed in Rhode Island. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Rhode Island?
The highest-paying occupations in Rhode Island include Emergency Medicine Physician ($512,730), Family Medicine Physician ($467,160), Ophthalmologist, Except Pediatric ($450,370), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.