Grinding and Polishing Workers Salary in Rhode Island
Grinding and Polishing Workers in Rhode Island earn a median of $51,630 a year, +21% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $51,630
- vs. U.S. median
- +21% ($42,660)
- Rank among states
- 3 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 130
Pay range in Rhode Island
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $34,790; the top 10% earn over $65,020. Nationally the range is $33,480 to $60,810.
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Grinding and Polishing Workers pay in Rhode Island
How much do grinding and polishing workers make in Rhode Island?
The median is $51,630 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $34,790 and the top 10% earn over $65,020. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Rhode Island a good state for grinding and polishing workers?
On pay alone it ranks 3 of 40 (+21% vs. the national median of $42,660). Living costs are not included.