What are the main factors that influence a Narcotics Agent'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 Narcotics Agent?

Narcotics Agent salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Narcotics Agent roles are District of Columbia $60,555, California $60,325, Massachusetts $59,521. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Narcotics Agent roles make?

Salaries for Narcotics Agent level roles vary by specialization: ROW Agent: $100,900; Narcotics Officer: $71,907; Sales Agent: $61,673; Insurance Agent: $58,278; Escrow Agent: $58,201.

Narcotics Agent Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Narcotics Agent make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Narcotics Agent in Rhode Island is $56,704 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $66,995
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $51,345 to $62,091
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,466

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Narcotics Agent Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,091	$5,174	$1,194	$30
Average	$56,704	$4,725	$1,090	$27
25th Percentile	$51,345	$4,279	$987	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Narcotics Agent Salaries

A Narcotics Agent'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 Narcotics Agent 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 Narcotics Agents. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $60,555.
California: $60,325.
Massachusetts: $59,521.

District of Columbia $60,555 California $60,325 Massachusetts $59,521 Washington $59,302 New Jersey $59,280 Alaska $59,204 Connecticut $58,449 New York $58,143

Hawaii $57,164 Rhode Island $56,704 Maryland $56,393 Minnesota $55,966 Colorado $55,802 Illinois $55,747 Oregon $55,539 Delaware $55,386

New Hampshire $55,290 Virginia $55,074 Pennsylvania $54,445 Nevada $54,128 North Dakota $54,024 Michigan $53,860 Wisconsin $53,800 Vermont $53,680

Texas $53,346 Maine $53,324 Arizona $53,291 Ohio $53,253 Georgia $52,750 Indiana $52,498 Wyoming $52,449 Utah $52,373

Iowa $52,340 Kansas $52,077 Louisiana $52,001 North Carolina $51,973 Missouri $51,962 Florida $51,749 Montana $51,634 Nebraska $51,525

Kentucky $51,465 South Carolina $51,246 Tennessee $51,109 Idaho $51,055 New Mexico $50,655 Oklahoma $50,568 Alabama $50,245 South Dakota $49,704

Arkansas $49,408 West Virginia $49,250 Mississippi $48,774

Top Paying Cities for Narcotics Agents

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: $57,413
Albion: $56,928
Ashaway: $57,304

Adamsville, RI $57,413 Albion, RI $56,928 Ashaway, RI $57,304 Barrington, RI $56,778 Block Island, RI $57,094 Bradford, RI $57,270 Bristol, RI $56,997 Carolina, RI $57,175

Charlestown, RI $57,196 Chepachet, RI $57,082 Clayville, RI $56,923 Coventry, RI $56,926 West Greenwich, RI $57,083 East Greenwich, RI $56,887 Exeter, RI $57,067 Fiskeville, RI $56,777

Forestdale, RI $57,215 Foster, RI $57,052 Glendale, RI $57,219 Greene, RI $57,127 Greenville, RI $56,799 Harmony, RI $56,872 Harrisville, RI $57,194 Hope, RI $56,813

Hope Valley, RI $57,254 Hopkinton, RI $57,329 Jamestown, RI $57,138 Kenyon, RI $57,168 Little Compton, RI $57,404 Manville, RI $57,003 Mapleville, RI $57,093 Newport, RI $57,195

Middletown, RI $57,221 North Kingstown, RI $56,985 North Scituate, RI $56,873 Oakland, RI $57,155 Pascoag, RI $57,232 Pawtucket, RI $56,693 Central Falls, RI $56,718 Cumberland, RI $57,041

Lincoln, RI $56,775 Portsmouth, RI $57,189 Prudence Island, RI $57,072 Rockville, RI $57,321 Saunderstown, RI $57,103 Shannock, RI $57,171 Slatersville, RI $57,215 Slocum, RI $57,102

Tiverton, RI $57,363 Wakefield, RI $57,152 Kingston, RI $57,130 Narragansett, RI $57,168 Peace Dale, RI $57,145 Warren, RI $56,925 Warwick, RI $56,766 Westerly, RI $57,318

West Kingston, RI $57,148 West Warwick, RI $56,836 Wood River Junction, RI $57,230 Woonsocket, RI $57,218 North Smithfield, RI $57,088 Wyoming, RI $57,171 Providence, RI $56,677 Cranston, RI $56,685

North Providence, RI $56,691 East Providence, RI $56,681 Riverside, RI $56,699 Rumford, RI $56,691 Smithfield, RI $56,805 Johnston, RI $56,710

Narcotics Agent Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Narcotics Agent'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

$51,345

Average $56,704/year

$62,091

$4,279

Average $4,725/month

$5,174

$987

Average $1,090/week

$1,194

$25

Average $27/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,091	$5,174	$1,194	$30
Average	$56,704	$4,725	$1,090	$27
25th Percentile	$51,345	$4,279	$987	$25

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