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

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

What are the highest paying states for a Stevedore?

Stevedore salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Stevedore roles are District of Columbia $61,433, California $61,200, Massachusetts $60,384. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

Stevedore Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Stevedore make in Rhode Island?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Stevedore in Rhode Island is $57,527 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $78,429
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,384 to $68,468
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $55,343

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Stevedore Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,468	$5,706	$1,317	$33
Average	$57,527	$4,794	$1,106	$28
25th Percentile	$56,384	$4,699	$1,084	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Stevedore Salaries

A Stevedore's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

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

District of Columbia: $61,433.
California: $61,200.
Massachusetts: $60,384.

District of Columbia $61,433 California $61,200 Massachusetts $60,384 Washington $60,162 New Jersey $60,140 Alaska $60,063 Connecticut $59,297 New York $58,986

Hawaii $57,993 Rhode Island $57,527 Maryland $57,211 Minnesota $56,778 Colorado $56,611 Illinois $56,556 Oregon $56,345 Delaware $56,190

New Hampshire $56,092 Virginia $55,873 Pennsylvania $55,235 Nevada $54,913 North Dakota $54,808 Michigan $54,642 Wisconsin $54,581 Vermont $54,459

Texas $54,120 Maine $54,098 Arizona $54,065 Ohio $54,026 Georgia $53,515 Indiana $53,260 Wyoming $53,210 Utah $53,132

Iowa $53,099 Kansas $52,833 Louisiana $52,755 North Carolina $52,727 Missouri $52,716 Florida $52,500 Montana $52,383 Nebraska $52,272

Kentucky $52,211 South Carolina $51,989 Tennessee $51,851 Idaho $51,795 New Mexico $51,390 Oklahoma $51,301 Alabama $50,974 South Dakota $50,425

Arkansas $50,125 West Virginia $49,964 Mississippi $49,482

Top Paying Cities for Stevedores

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: $58,470
Albion: $57,499
Ashaway: $58,692

Adamsville, RI $58,470 Albion, RI $57,499 Ashaway, RI $58,692 Barrington, RI $57,499 Block Island, RI $58,387 Bradford, RI $58,653 Bristol, RI $57,444 Carolina, RI $58,176

Charlestown, RI $58,237 Chepachet, RI $57,388 Clayville, RI $57,444 Coventry, RI $57,388 West Greenwich, RI $57,349 East Greenwich, RI $57,427 Exeter, RI $58,653 Fiskeville, RI $57,499

Forestdale, RI $57,444 Foster, RI $57,349 Glendale, RI $57,349 Greene, RI $57,993 Greenville, RI $57,499 Harmony, RI $57,482 Harrisville, RI $57,388 Hope, RI $57,499

Hope Valley, RI $58,692 Hopkinton, RI $58,709 Jamestown, RI $58,121 Kenyon, RI $58,637 Little Compton, RI $58,448 Manville, RI $57,499 Mapleville, RI $57,349 Newport, RI $58,132

Middletown, RI $58,376 North Kingstown, RI $57,333 North Scituate, RI $57,482 Oakland, RI $57,405 Pascoag, RI $57,371 Pawtucket, RI $57,499 Central Falls, RI $57,499 Cumberland, RI $57,499

Lincoln, RI $57,499 Portsmouth, RI $57,899 Prudence Island, RI $57,388 Rockville, RI $58,709 Saunderstown, RI $58,154 Shannock, RI $58,620 Slatersville, RI $57,444 Slocum, RI $58,154

Tiverton, RI $58,487 Wakefield, RI $58,093 Kingston, RI $58,104 Narragansett, RI $58,115 Peace Dale, RI $58,093 Warren, RI $57,482 Warwick, RI $57,499 Westerly, RI $58,725

West Kingston, RI $58,137 West Warwick, RI $57,499 Wood River Junction, RI $58,653 Woonsocket, RI $57,444 North Smithfield, RI $57,482 Wyoming, RI $58,637 Providence, RI $57,499 Cranston, RI $57,499

North Providence, RI $57,499 East Providence, RI $57,499 Riverside, RI $57,499 Rumford, RI $57,499 Smithfield, RI $57,499 Johnston, RI $57,499

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

Understanding how a Stevedore'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 April 01, 2026

$56,384

Average $57,527/year

$68,468

$4,699

Average $4,794/month

$5,706

$1,084

Average $1,106/week

$1,317

$27

Average $28/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,468	$5,706	$1,317	$33
Average	$57,527	$4,794	$1,106	$28
25th Percentile	$56,384	$4,699	$1,084	$27

Stevedore Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Stevedore, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Crane/Tower Operator role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $56,292 - a projected growth of -2% over your current level.

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