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Electrician Salary
in Rhode Island
Electricians in Rhode Island (RI) earn a median of $67,700 a year, about $33 an hour. That runs roughly 10% above the national median for electricians, with most earning between $44,600 and $114,600.
Electrician pay by experience in Rhode Island
- Apprentice$40,600$20/hr
Learning on the job under a licensed electrician, usually 4-5 years.
- Journeyman$67,700$33/hr
Licensed to work independently. The market's center of gravity.
- Master$92,100$44/hr
Can pull permits, run jobs, and supervise. Where the money is.
Electrician pay in Rhode Island metros
- Providence$69,700$34/hr
- Cranston$65,100$31/hr
- Warwick$67,700$33/hr
Licensing in Rhode Island
Electricians are licensed at the state or local level, typically moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed person is legally required to pull permits and sign off on work.
Frequently asked
- How much do electricians make in Rhode Island?
- Electricians in Rhode Island earn a median of $67,700 per year, about $33 per hour. That is roughly 10% above the national median. Most earn between $44,600 and $114,600.
- What is the highest-paying place for electricians in Rhode Island?
- Among Rhode Island's major metros, Providence tends to pay electricians the most, near $69,700 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a electrician in Rhode Island?
- Yes. Electricians are licensed at the state or local level, typically moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed person is legally required to pull permits and sign off on work. Licensing in Rhode Island is handled at the state level, and a licensed person is required to permit and sign off on most work.
Electrician pay in other states
Figures are estimates for 2026, anchored to national wage data and localized for Rhode Island by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.