Average Therapist Salary

$44.39/hour

The average salary for a Therapist in Rhode Island is $44.39 per hour. This is 9% lower than the US average of $48.53.

Last updated on September 28, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Therapist salaries in Rhode Island compared to National Averages

$44.39/hour

Rhode Island

9% lower than the US average.

$48.53/hour

United States

What type of Therapists make the most money in Rhode Island?

Only Physical Therapist reports pay data among Therapy specialties in Rhode Island, averaging $50 per hour. Physical Therapist also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $50. For comparison, the Rhode Island average for Therapists is $44 per hour — Physical Therapist earns 12% more.

SpecialtyAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Physical Therapist$50$50
How does the pay for Therapists in Rhode Island compare to nearby states?

New Hampshire pays Therapists the most, averaging $55 per hour, followed by Pennsylvania ($52) and New Jersey ($52). Maine has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $69. For comparison, the Rhode Island average for Therapists is $44 per hour — New Hampshire pays 23% more.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
New Hampshire$55$59
Pennsylvania$52$63
New Jersey$52$57
Connecticut$51$58
Massachusetts$48$58
New York$48$57
Maryland$47$52
Maine$46$69
Delaware$43$43
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Therapist jobs in Rhode Island?

Only Confluent Health reports pay data for Therapists, averaging $30 per hour. For comparison, the Rhode Island average for Therapists is $44 per hour — Confluent Health pays 32% less.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Confluent Health$30$30

Last updated on September 28, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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