What are the main factors that influence a City Worker'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 City Worker?

City Worker salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for City Worker roles are District of Columbia $39,616, California $39,466, Massachusetts $38,940. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of City Worker roles make?

Salaries for City Worker level roles vary by specialization: City Treasurer: $254,006; City Manager: $116,765; City Engineer: $109,417; City Attorney: $101,196; City Assessor: $75,850.

City Worker Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a City Worker make in Rhode Island?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a City Worker in Rhode Island is $37,097 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $44,347
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,656 to $40,892
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,344

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City Worker Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$40,892	$3,408	$786	$20
Average	$37,097	$3,091	$713	$18
25th Percentile	$35,656	$2,971	$686	$17

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Key Factors That Influence City Worker Salaries

A City Worker'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 City Worker 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 City Workers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $39,616.
California: $39,466.
Massachusetts: $38,940.

District of Columbia $39,616 California $39,466 Massachusetts $38,940 Washington $38,797 New Jersey $38,782 Alaska $38,732 Connecticut $38,238 New York $38,038

Hawaii $37,398 Rhode Island $37,097 Maryland $36,893 Minnesota $36,614 Colorado $36,507 Illinois $36,471 Oregon $36,335 Delaware $36,235

New Hampshire $36,172 Virginia $36,031 Pennsylvania $35,619 Nevada $35,412 North Dakota $35,344 Michigan $35,236 Wisconsin $35,197 Vermont $35,118

Texas $34,900 Maine $34,886 Arizona $34,864 Ohio $34,839 Georgia $34,510 Indiana $34,346 Wyoming $34,313 Utah $34,263

Iowa $34,242 Kansas $34,070 Louisiana $34,020 North Carolina $34,002 Missouri $33,995 Florida $33,855 Montana $33,780 Nebraska $33,709

Kentucky $33,669 South Carolina $33,526 Tennessee $33,437 Idaho $33,401 New Mexico $33,140 Oklahoma $33,082 Alabama $32,871 South Dakota $32,517

Arkansas $32,324 West Virginia $32,220 Mississippi $31,909

Top Paying Cities for City Workers

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: $37,561
Albion: $37,243
Ashaway: $37,490

Adamsville, RI $37,561 Albion, RI $37,243 Ashaway, RI $37,490 Barrington, RI $37,145 Block Island, RI $37,352 Bradford, RI $37,467 Bristol, RI $37,288 Carolina, RI $37,405

Charlestown, RI $37,419 Chepachet, RI $37,344 Clayville, RI $37,240 Coventry, RI $37,242 West Greenwich, RI $37,345 East Greenwich, RI $37,217 Exeter, RI $37,334 Fiskeville, RI $37,145

Forestdale, RI $37,431 Foster, RI $37,325 Glendale, RI $37,434 Greene, RI $37,374 Greenville, RI $37,159 Harmony, RI $37,207 Harrisville, RI $37,418 Hope, RI $37,168

Hope Valley, RI $37,457 Hopkinton, RI $37,506 Jamestown, RI $37,381 Kenyon, RI $37,400 Little Compton, RI $37,555 Manville, RI $37,292 Mapleville, RI $37,351 Newport, RI $37,418

Middletown, RI $37,435 North Kingstown, RI $37,281 North Scituate, RI $37,207 Oakland, RI $37,392 Pascoag, RI $37,442 Pawtucket, RI $37,090 Central Falls, RI $37,106 Cumberland, RI $37,317

Lincoln, RI $37,144 Portsmouth, RI $37,414 Prudence Island, RI $37,337 Rockville, RI $37,500 Saunderstown, RI $37,358 Shannock, RI $37,403 Slatersville, RI $37,431 Slocum, RI $37,357

Tiverton, RI $37,528 Wakefield, RI $37,390 Kingston, RI $37,376 Narragansett, RI $37,400 Peace Dale, RI $37,385 Warren, RI $37,241 Warwick, RI $37,137 Westerly, RI $37,498

West Kingston, RI $37,388 West Warwick, RI $37,183 Wood River Junction, RI $37,441 Woonsocket, RI $37,433 North Smithfield, RI $37,348 Wyoming, RI $37,403 Providence, RI $37,079 Cranston, RI $37,084

North Providence, RI $37,088 East Providence, RI $37,082 Riverside, RI $37,093 Rumford, RI $37,088 Smithfield, RI $37,163 Johnston, RI $37,101

City Worker Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a City Worker'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 August 01, 2026

$35,656

Average $37,097/year

$40,892

$2,971

Average $3,091/month

$3,408

$686

Average $713/week

$786

$17

Average $18/hour

$20

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$40,892	$3,408	$786	$20
Average	$37,097	$3,091	$713	$18
25th Percentile	$35,656	$2,971	$686	$17

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