What are the main factors that influence an E-Learning Instructional Designer I's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for E-Learning Instructional Designer I?

The Government industry offers the highest average compensation for E-Learning Instructional Designer I roles, with salaries approximately 18% above the market median.

How does experience change An E-Learning Instructional Designer 's salary?

An E-Learning Instructional Designer I's salary grows with experience: starting around $56,651 for beginners, reaching about $65,766 at mid-level, and approach $67,041 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an E-Learning Instructional Designer I?

E-Learning Instructional Designer I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for E-Learning Instructional Designer I roles are District of Columbia $63,280, California $63,040, Massachusetts $62,200. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of E-Learning Instructional Designer roles make?

Salaries for E-Learning Instructional Designer level roles vary by specialization: Elearning Instructional Designer: $110,060; Instructional Designer: $96,345; Lead Instructional Designer: $93,062; Instructional Designer and Trainer: $83,879; Technical Instructional Designer: $72,490.

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E-Learning Instructional Designer I Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an E-Learning Instructional Designer I make in Rhode Island?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an E-Learning Instructional Designer I in Rhode Island is $59,260 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

However, an E-Learning Instructional Designer I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,371
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $49,000 to $68,740
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,659

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E-Learning Instructional Designer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,740	$5,728	$1,322	$33
Average	$59,260	$4,938	$1,140	$28
25th Percentile	$49,000	$4,083	$942	$24

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Key Factors That Influence E-Learning Instructional Designer I Salaries

An E-Learning Instructional Designer I's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects E-Learning Instructional Designer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an E-Learning Instructional Designer I's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $56,651
Early Career (1-2 years): $59,961
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $65,766
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $66,616
Expert (over 8 years): $67,041

Levels	Salary
Entry Level E-Learning Instructional Designer I	$56,651
Intermediate Level E-Learning Instructional Designer I	$59,961
Senior Level E-Learning Instructional Designer I	$65,766
Specialist Level E-Learning Instructional Designer I	$66,616
Expert Level E-Learning Instructional Designer I	$67,041

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How Do E-Learning Instructional Designer I Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract E-Learning Instructional Designer Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $63,280.
California: $63,040.
Massachusetts: $62,200.

District of Columbia $63,280 California $63,040 Massachusetts $62,200 Washington $61,970 New Jersey $61,950 Alaska $61,870 Connecticut $61,080 New York $60,760

Hawaii $59,740 Rhode Island $59,260 Maryland $58,930 Minnesota $58,480 Colorado $58,310 Illinois $58,250 Oregon $58,040 Delaware $57,880

New Hampshire $57,780 Virginia $57,550 Pennsylvania $56,890 Nevada $56,560 North Dakota $56,450 Michigan $56,280 Wisconsin $56,220 Vermont $56,090

Texas $55,750 Maine $55,720 Arizona $55,690 Ohio $55,650 Georgia $55,120 Indiana $54,860 Wyoming $54,810 Utah $54,730

Iowa $54,690 Kansas $54,420 Louisiana $54,340 North Carolina $54,310 Missouri $54,300 Florida $54,080 Montana $53,960 Nebraska $53,840

Kentucky $53,780 South Carolina $53,550 Tennessee $53,410 Idaho $53,350 New Mexico $52,930 Oklahoma $52,840 Alabama $52,510 South Dakota $51,940

Arkansas $51,630 West Virginia $51,470 Mississippi $50,970

Top Paying Cities for E-Learning Instructional Designer Is

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $60,000
Albion: $59,490
Ashaway: $59,880

Adamsville, RI $60,000 Albion, RI $59,490 Ashaway, RI $59,880 Barrington, RI $59,330 Block Island, RI $59,660 Bradford, RI $59,850 Bristol, RI $59,560 Carolina, RI $59,750

Charlestown, RI $59,770 Chepachet, RI $59,650 Clayville, RI $59,480 Coventry, RI $59,490 West Greenwich, RI $59,650 East Greenwich, RI $59,450 Exeter, RI $59,630 Fiskeville, RI $59,330

Forestdale, RI $59,790 Foster, RI $59,620 Glendale, RI $59,790 Greene, RI $59,700 Greenville, RI $59,350 Harmony, RI $59,430 Harrisville, RI $59,770 Hope, RI $59,370

Hope Valley, RI $59,830 Hopkinton, RI $59,910 Jamestown, RI $59,710 Kenyon, RI $59,740 Little Compton, RI $59,990 Manville, RI $59,570 Mapleville, RI $59,660 Newport, RI $59,770

Middletown, RI $59,790 North Kingstown, RI $59,550 North Scituate, RI $59,430 Oakland, RI $59,730 Pascoag, RI $59,810 Pawtucket, RI $59,240 Central Falls, RI $59,270 Cumberland, RI $59,610

Lincoln, RI $59,330 Portsmouth, RI $59,760 Prudence Island, RI $59,640 Rockville, RI $59,900 Saunderstown, RI $59,670 Shannock, RI $59,740 Slatersville, RI $59,790 Slocum, RI $59,670

Tiverton, RI $59,940 Wakefield, RI $59,720 Kingston, RI $59,700 Narragansett, RI $59,740 Peace Dale, RI $59,720 Warren, RI $59,490 Warwick, RI $59,320 Westerly, RI $59,900

West Kingston, RI $59,720 West Warwick, RI $59,390 Wood River Junction, RI $59,800 Woonsocket, RI $59,790 North Smithfield, RI $59,660 Wyoming, RI $59,740 Providence, RI $59,230 Cranston, RI $59,230

North Providence, RI $59,240 East Providence, RI $59,230 Riverside, RI $59,250 Rumford, RI $59,240 Smithfield, RI $59,360 Johnston, RI $59,260

E-Learning Instructional Designer I Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

E-Learning Instructional Designer I salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $61,156. While startup companies pay approximate $52,257.

E-Learning Instructional Designer I Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$52,257
Growth Stage	51~500	$55,134
Established	501~5000	$59,204
Enterprise	5000+	$61,156

E-Learning Instructional Designer I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For E-Learning Instructional Designer I roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 31% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Government, offers compensation 18% above the average. Conversely, E-Learning Instructional Designer positions in Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view E-Learning Instructional Designer I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an E-Learning Instructional Designer I

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Government	$70,176	$34.0	18%

E-Learning Instructional Designer I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an E-Learning Instructional Designer I's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$49,000

Average $59,260/year

$68,740

$4,083

Average $4,938/month

$5,728

$942

Average $1,140/week

$1,322

$24

Average $28/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,740	$5,728	$1,322	$33
Average	$59,260	$4,938	$1,140	$28
25th Percentile	$49,000	$4,083	$942	$24

E-Learning Instructional Designer I Salary Growth & Career Path

E-Learning Instructional Designer I

Curriculum and Instructional Designer II

Associate Dean of Career Development

Associate Dean of Computer and Information Systems

Educational Consultant

College Dean of Career Development

College Dean of Computer and Information Systems

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an E-Learning Instructional Designer I, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

E-Learning Instructional Designer I Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Curriculum and Instructional Designer II	$61,800	4%
Associate Dean of Career Development	$100,000	69%
Associate Dean of Computer and Information Systems	$172,600	191%
Educational Consultant	$119,101	101%

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