What are the main factors that influence a Postdoctoral'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 Postdoctoral?

Postdoctoral salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Postdoctoral roles are District of Columbia $63,520, California $63,279, Massachusetts $62,436. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Postdoctoral roles make?

Salaries for Postdoctoral level roles vary by specialization: Postdoctoral Fellow: $200,656; Postdoctoral Fellowship: $184,948; Postdoctoral Associate: $131,124; Postdoctoral Research Scientist: $129,572; Postdoctoral Scientist: $104,628.

Postdoctoral Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Postdoctoral make in Rhode Island?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Postdoctoral in Rhode Island is $59,481 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $83,214
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,591 to $71,904
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,765

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Postdoctoral Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,904	$5,992	$1,383	$35
Average	$59,481	$4,957	$1,144	$29
25th Percentile	$47,591	$3,966	$915	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Postdoctoral Salaries

A Postdoctoral'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 Postdoctoral 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 Postdoctorals. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $63,520.
California: $63,279.
Massachusetts: $62,436.

District of Columbia $63,520 California $63,279 Massachusetts $62,436 Washington $62,207 New Jersey $62,184 Alaska $62,103 Connecticut $61,312 New York $60,990

Hawaii $59,963 Rhode Island $59,481 Maryland $59,154 Minnesota $58,707 Colorado $58,535 Illinois $58,477 Oregon $58,259 Delaware $58,099

New Hampshire $57,998 Virginia $57,772 Pennsylvania $57,112 Nevada $56,779 North Dakota $56,670 Michigan $56,498 Wisconsin $56,435 Vermont $56,309

Texas $55,959 Maine $55,936 Arizona $55,902 Ohio $55,861 Georgia $55,334 Indiana $55,070 Wyoming $55,018 Utah $54,938

Iowa $54,903 Kansas $54,628 Louisiana $54,548 North Carolina $54,519 Missouri $54,507 Florida $54,284 Montana $54,163 Nebraska $54,048

Kentucky $53,985 South Carolina $53,756 Tennessee $53,612 Idaho $53,555 New Mexico $53,136 Oklahoma $53,044 Alabama $52,706 South Dakota $52,138

Arkansas $51,828 West Virginia $51,662 Mississippi $51,163

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

Understanding how a Postdoctoral'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

$47,591

Average $59,481/year

$71,904

$3,966

Average $4,957/month

$5,992

$915

Average $1,144/week

$1,383

$23

Average $29/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,904	$5,992	$1,383	$35
Average	$59,481	$4,957	$1,144	$29
25th Percentile	$47,591	$3,966	$915	$23

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