Salary Report for Rhode Island LPNs
Rhode Island Rankings
Compare Rhode Island to U.S.
Rhode Island LPNs earn an average of $59,800 which is 15% more than the national average salary of $51,850.
| Type | Rhode Island | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $28.75 | $24.93 | 15.32% |
| Average Annual Salary | $59,800 | $51,850 | 15.33% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Rhode Island, 50% of LPNs earn between $58,390 and $60,830 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of LPNs earn more than $76,550, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced LPNs.
Approximately 10% of LPNs earn under $47,250, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level LPNs.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 110 | Under $47,250 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 165 | $47,250 – $58,390 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 275 | $58,390 – $60,240 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 275 | $60,240 – $60,830 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 165 | $60,240 – $76,550 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 110 | Above $76,550 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, LPNs in Rhode Island nurses earn about $58,714 per year which is more than the average U.S. nurse of $51,850.
Cost-of-living in Rhode Island is 2% higher than the national average, which means Rhode Island residents have an overall higher cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to other states.
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Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $59,800, Rhode Island LPNs tend to earn less than Nurse Practitioners ($126,760), Nurse Midwives ($114,300), Nursing Instructors ($87,670), and Registered Nurses ($85,270).
However, LPNs tend to earn more than Nursing Assistants ($35,610).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Nurse Practitioners | $126,760 |
| Nurse Midwives | $114,300 |
| Nursing Instructors | $87,670 |
| Registered Nurses | $85,270 |
| LPNs | $59,800 |
| Nursing Assistants | $35,610 |
Projected Demand for Nurses in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in Rhode Island the three professions needing the most new nurses by 2030 are Registered Nurses (13,340), Nursing Assistants (10,140) and LPNs (1,300).
The three professions in Rhode Island needing highest percentage new nurses by 2030 are Nursing Instructors (19.4%), Nurse Practitioners (19%) and Nursing Assistants (9.6%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | 12,680 | 13,340 | 5.2% | 740 |
| Nursing Assistants | 9,250 | 10,140 | 9.6% | 1,260 |
| LPNs | 1,210 | 1,300 | 7.4% | 100 |
| Nurse Practitioners | 1,050 | 1,250 | 19% | 80 |
| Nursing Instructors | 310 | 370 | 19.4% | 40 |
| Nurse Midwives | 70 | 70 | 0% | 0 |
Salary FAQ for Rhode Island LPNs
City and Rural Summaries
Providence-Warwick
Average LPNs Salary: $59,650
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $0
Hourly Wage: $28.68
Currently Employed: 1,550
Cost-of-Living Index: 0.00
Providence-Warwick Salary Report
Official Data Sources for LPNs: Salary Data | Projected Employment | Cost of Living Data