Environmental Science and Protection Technicians Salary in Rhode Island
Also called: Environmental Science Technicians
Environmental Science and Protection Technicians in Rhode Island earn a median of $64,830 a year, +18% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $64,830
- vs. U.S. median
- +18% ($55,090)
- Rank among states
- 5 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 90
Pay range in Rhode Island
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $51,100; the top 10% earn over $97,720. Nationally the range is $38,170 to $94,160.
States ranked near Rhode Island
Similar jobs in Rhode Island
- Environmental Compliance Inspectors$87,620 median in Rhode Island (broader BLS group)
- Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$100,730 median in Rhode Island
- Conservation Scientists$76,130 median in Rhode Island
- Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$101,740 median in Rhode Island
- Occupational Health and Safety Technicians$84,640 median in Rhode Island
Environmental Science and Protection Technicians pay in Rhode Island
How much do environmental science and protection technicians make in Rhode Island?
The median is $64,830 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $51,100 and the top 10% earn over $97,720. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Rhode Island a good state for environmental science and protection technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 5 of 49 (+18% vs. the national median of $55,090). Living costs are not included.