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

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

How does experience change A Lineman's salary?

A Lineman's salary grows with experience: a Lineman Apprentice (0-1 years)earns $65,307, a Lineman (1-3 years)earns $91,215, a Lineman, Senior (3-5 years)earns $111,566,

What are the highest paying states for a Lineman?

Lineman salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lineman roles are District of Columbia $97,408, California $97,039, Massachusetts $95,745. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lineman roles make?

Salaries for Lineman level roles vary by specialization: Lineman, Senior: $107,606; Verizon Lineman: $90,352; Construction Lineman: $88,344; Journeyman Lineman: $87,990; Underground Lineman: $87,908.

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Lineman Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Lineman make in Rhode Island?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lineman in Rhode Island is $91,215 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $105,476
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $79,962 to $98,680
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $69,717

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Lineman Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,680	$8,223	$1,898	$47
Average	$91,215	$7,601	$1,754	$44
25th Percentile	$79,962	$6,664	$1,538	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Lineman Salaries

A Lineman'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.

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Lineman Apprentice	0-1 years	$65,307
Lineman	1-3 years	$91,215
Lineman, Senior	3-5 years	$111,566

How Do Lineman 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 Linemans. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $97,408.
California: $97,039.
Massachusetts: $95,745.

District of Columbia $97,408 California $97,039 Massachusetts $95,745 Washington $95,393 New Jersey $95,358 Alaska $95,235 Connecticut $94,021 New York $93,528

Hawaii $91,954 Rhode Island $91,215 Maryland $90,713 Minnesota $90,027 Colorado $89,763 Illinois $89,675 Oregon $89,341 Delaware $89,094

New Hampshire $88,939 Virginia $88,593 Pennsylvania $87,581 Nevada $87,071 North Dakota $86,904 Michigan $86,640 Wisconsin $86,543 Vermont $86,349

Texas $85,813 Maine $85,778 Arizona $85,725 Ohio $85,663 Georgia $84,854 Indiana $84,449 Wyoming $84,370 Utah $84,247

Iowa $84,194 Kansas $83,772 Louisiana $83,649 North Carolina $83,605 Missouri $83,587 Florida $83,244 Montana $83,059 Nebraska $82,883

Kentucky $82,786 South Carolina $82,434 Tennessee $82,215 Idaho $82,127 New Mexico $81,484 Oklahoma $81,344 Alabama $80,824 South Dakota $79,953

Arkansas $79,478 West Virginia $79,223 Mississippi $78,458

Top Paying Cities for Linemans

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: $92,710
Albion: $91,171
Ashaway: $93,062

Adamsville, RI $92,710 Albion, RI $91,171 Ashaway, RI $93,062 Barrington, RI $91,171 Block Island, RI $92,578 Bradford, RI $93,000 Bristol, RI $91,083 Carolina, RI $92,244

Charlestown, RI $92,341 Chepachet, RI $90,995 Clayville, RI $91,083 Coventry, RI $90,995 West Greenwich, RI $90,933 East Greenwich, RI $91,056 Exeter, RI $93,000 Fiskeville, RI $91,171

Forestdale, RI $91,083 Foster, RI $90,933 Glendale, RI $90,933 Greene, RI $91,954 Greenville, RI $91,171 Harmony, RI $91,144 Harrisville, RI $90,995 Hope, RI $91,171

Hope Valley, RI $93,062 Hopkinton, RI $93,088 Jamestown, RI $92,156 Kenyon, RI $92,974 Little Compton, RI $92,675 Manville, RI $91,171 Mapleville, RI $90,933 Newport, RI $92,174

Middletown, RI $92,561 North Kingstown, RI $90,907 North Scituate, RI $91,144 Oakland, RI $91,021 Pascoag, RI $90,968 Pawtucket, RI $91,171 Central Falls, RI $91,171 Cumberland, RI $91,171

Lincoln, RI $91,171 Portsmouth, RI $91,804 Prudence Island, RI $90,995 Rockville, RI $93,088 Saunderstown, RI $92,209 Shannock, RI $92,948 Slatersville, RI $91,083 Slocum, RI $92,209

Tiverton, RI $92,737 Wakefield, RI $92,112 Kingston, RI $92,130 Narragansett, RI $92,147 Peace Dale, RI $92,112 Warren, RI $91,144 Warwick, RI $91,171 Westerly, RI $93,115

West Kingston, RI $92,182 West Warwick, RI $91,171 Wood River Junction, RI $93,000 Woonsocket, RI $91,083 North Smithfield, RI $91,144 Wyoming, RI $92,974 Providence, RI $91,171 Cranston, RI $91,171

North Providence, RI $91,171 East Providence, RI $91,171 Riverside, RI $91,171 Rumford, RI $91,171 Smithfield, RI $91,171 Johnston, RI $91,171

Lineman Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lineman'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 February 01, 2026

$79,962

Average $91,215/year

$98,680

$6,664

Average $7,601/month

$8,223

$1,538

Average $1,754/week

$1,898

$38

Average $44/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,680	$8,223	$1,898	$47
Average	$91,215	$7,601	$1,754	$44
25th Percentile	$79,962	$6,664	$1,538	$38

Lineman Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Lineman, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Lineman, Senior role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $111,566 - a projected growth of 22% over your current level.

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