Oncology Nurse Salary Guide: Rhode Island
Average Oncology Nurse Salary
$50.02/hour
The average salary for an Oncology Nurse in Rhode Island is $50.02 per hour. This is 4% lower than the US average of $51.78.
Last updated on October 7, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Oncology Nurse salaries in Rhode Island compared to National Averages
$50.02/hour
Rhode Island
4% lower than the US average.
$51.78/hour
United States
What cities in Rhode Island pay the most for Oncology Nurses?
Westerly, Rhode Island pays Oncology Nurses the most, averaging $41 per hour, followed by Providence, Rhode Island ($40) and Warwick, Rhode Island ($40). Westerly, Rhode Island also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $56. For comparison, the Rhode Island average for Registered Nurses is $50 per hour — Westerly, Rhode Island pays 19% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Westerly, Rhode Island | $41 | $56 |
| Providence, Rhode Island | $40 | $51 |
| Warwick, Rhode Island | $40 | $51 |
| Woonsocket, Rhode Island | $40 | $51 |
How does the pay for Oncology Nurses in Rhode Island compare to nearby states?
Massachusetts pays Oncology Nurses the most, averaging $70 per hour, followed by Connecticut ($53). Massachusetts also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $71. For comparison, the Rhode Island average for Registered Nurses is $50 per hour — Massachusetts pays 40% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $70 | $71 |
| Connecticut | $53 | $55 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Oncology Nurse jobs in Rhode Island?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Oncology Nurses, averaging $50 per hour. For comparison, the Rhode Island average for Registered Nurses is $50 per hour, roughly in line with Perm Staff Jobs.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $50 | $50 |
Last updated on October 7, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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- Backus Hospital
- Chepachet, RI
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- Backus Hospital
- Clayville, RI
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- Backus Hospital
- Coventry, RI
$50-51/hour
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