What are the main factors that influence a Lead Trader's salary?

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

How does experience change A Lead Trader's salary?

A Lead Trader's salary grows with experience: starting around $170,347 for beginners, reaching about $180,749 at mid-level, and approach $191,864 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Trader?

Lead Trader salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Trader roles are District of Columbia $200,428, California $199,667, Massachusetts $197,006. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead Trader roles make?

Salaries for Lead Trader level roles vary by specialization: Lead Floor Trader: $181,090; Senior Energy Trader: $141,900; Senior Trader: $123,215; Mortgage Trader: $113,165; Energy Trader: $99,900.

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Lead Trader Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Lead Trader make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Trader in Rhode Island is $187,684 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $90.

However, a Lead Trader's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $205,518
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $148,965 to $197,019
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $113,714

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Lead Trader Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$197,019	$16,418	$3,789	$95
Average	$187,684	$15,640	$3,609	$90
25th Percentile	$148,965	$12,414	$2,865	$72

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Trader Salaries

A Lead Trader'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.

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Lead Trader	$170,347
Intermediate Level Lead Trader	$173,236
Senior Level Lead Trader	$180,749
Specialist Level Lead Trader	$188,659
Expert Level Lead Trader	$191,864

How Do Lead Trader 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 Lead Traders. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $200,428.
California: $199,667.
Massachusetts: $197,006.

District of Columbia $200,428 California $199,667 Massachusetts $197,006 Washington $196,282 New Jersey $196,210 Alaska $195,956 Connecticut $193,458 New York $192,444

Hawaii $189,204 Rhode Island $187,684 Maryland $186,652 Minnesota $185,240 Colorado $184,697 Illinois $184,516 Oregon $183,828 Delaware $183,321

New Hampshire $183,002 Virginia $182,289 Pennsylvania $180,207 Nevada $179,157 North Dakota $178,814 Michigan $178,270 Wisconsin $178,071 Vermont $177,673

Texas $176,569 Maine $176,496 Arizona $176,388 Ohio $176,261 Georgia $174,596 Indiana $173,763 Wyoming $173,600 Utah $173,347

Iowa $173,238 Kansas $172,369 Louisiana $172,116 North Carolina $172,025 Missouri $171,989 Florida $171,283 Montana $170,903 Nebraska $170,541

Kentucky $170,342 South Carolina $169,618 Tennessee $169,165 Idaho $168,984 New Mexico $167,663 Oklahoma $167,373 Alabama $166,305 South Dakota $164,513

Arkansas $163,535 West Virginia $163,010 Mississippi $161,435

Top Paying Cities for Lead Traders

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: $190,030
Albion: $188,424
Ashaway: $189,669

Adamsville, RI $190,030 Albion, RI $188,424 Ashaway, RI $189,669 Barrington, RI $187,928 Block Island, RI $188,974 Bradford, RI $189,555 Bristol, RI $188,652 Carolina, RI $189,242

Charlestown, RI $189,311 Chepachet, RI $188,934 Clayville, RI $188,408 Coventry, RI $188,417 West Greenwich, RI $188,936 East Greenwich, RI $188,290 Exeter, RI $188,884 Fiskeville, RI $187,924

Forestdale, RI $189,373 Foster, RI $188,835 Glendale, RI $189,387 Greene, RI $189,083 Greenville, RI $187,997 Harmony, RI $188,239 Harrisville, RI $189,306 Hope, RI $188,042

Hope Valley, RI $189,503 Hopkinton, RI $189,753 Jamestown, RI $189,119 Kenyon, RI $189,219 Little Compton, RI $190,001 Manville, RI $188,672 Mapleville, RI $188,971 Newport, RI $189,309

Middletown, RI $189,392 North Kingstown, RI $188,614 North Scituate, RI $188,241 Oakland, RI $189,175 Pascoag, RI $189,430 Pawtucket, RI $187,647 Central Falls, RI $187,731 Cumberland, RI $188,797

Lincoln, RI $187,919 Portsmouth, RI $189,289 Prudence Island, RI $188,900 Rockville, RI $189,724 Saunderstown, RI $189,005 Shannock, RI $189,230 Slatersville, RI $189,374 Slocum, RI $189,000

Tiverton, RI $189,865 Wakefield, RI $189,166 Kingston, RI $189,094 Narragansett, RI $189,219 Peace Dale, RI $189,143 Warren, RI $188,413 Warwick, RI $187,888 Westerly, RI $189,715

West Kingston, RI $189,154 West Warwick, RI $188,118 Wood River Junction, RI $189,423 Woonsocket, RI $189,383 North Smithfield, RI $188,953 Wyoming, RI $189,230 Providence, RI $187,593 Cranston, RI $187,618

North Providence, RI $187,640 East Providence, RI $187,606 Riverside, RI $187,666 Rumford, RI $187,638 Smithfield, RI $188,019 Johnston, RI $187,704

Lead Trader Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lead Trader'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.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$148,965

Average $187,684/year

$197,019

$12,414

Average $15,640/month

$16,418

$2,865

Average $3,609/week

$3,789

$72

Average $90/hour

$95

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$197,019	$16,418	$3,789	$95
Average	$187,684	$15,640	$3,609	$90
25th Percentile	$148,965	$12,414	$2,865	$72

Lead Trader Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Lead Trader, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Trading Operations Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $158,910 - a projected growth of -15% over your current level.

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