What are the main factors that influence a Postal 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 Postal Worker?

Postal Worker salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Postal Worker roles are District of Columbia $40,648, California $40,494, Massachusetts $39,954. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Postal Worker roles make?

Salaries for Postal Worker level roles vary by specialization: Postal Inspector: $81,136; Postal Police Officer: $64,898; Postal Employee: $50,615; Postal Service Mail Carrier: $43,937; Postal Supervisor: $40,015.

Postal Worker Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Postal Worker make in Rhode Island?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Postal Worker in Rhode Island is $38,064 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $45,502
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $36,585 to $41,957
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,239

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Postal Worker Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$41,957	$3,496	$807	$20
Average	$38,064	$3,172	$732	$18
25th Percentile	$36,585	$3,049	$704	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Postal Worker Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $40,648.
California: $40,494.
Massachusetts: $39,954.

District of Columbia $40,648 California $40,494 Massachusetts $39,954 Washington $39,807 New Jersey $39,793 Alaska $39,741 Connecticut $39,235 New York $39,029

Hawaii $38,372 Rhode Island $38,064 Maryland $37,854 Minnesota $37,568 Colorado $37,458 Illinois $37,421 Oregon $37,282 Delaware $37,179

New Hampshire $37,114 Virginia $36,970 Pennsylvania $36,547 Nevada $36,334 North Dakota $36,265 Michigan $36,155 Wisconsin $36,114 Vermont $36,033

Texas $35,809 Maine $35,795 Arizona $35,773 Ohio $35,747 Georgia $35,409 Indiana $35,240 Wyoming $35,207 Utah $35,156

Iowa $35,134 Kansas $34,958 Louisiana $34,906 North Carolina $34,888 Missouri $34,881 Florida $34,737 Montana $34,660 Nebraska $34,587

Kentucky $34,547 South Carolina $34,400 Tennessee $34,308 Idaho $34,271 New Mexico $34,003 Oklahoma $33,944 Alabama $33,728 South Dakota $33,364

Arkansas $33,166 West Virginia $33,060 Mississippi $32,740

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

Understanding how a Postal 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 July 01, 2026

$36,585

Average $38,064/year

$41,957

$3,049

Average $3,172/month

$3,496

$704

Average $732/week

$807

$18

Average $18/hour

$20

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$41,957	$3,496	$807	$20
Average	$38,064	$3,172	$732	$18
25th Percentile	$36,585	$3,049	$704	$18

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