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

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

How does experience change A Rails Developer's salary?

A Rails Developer's salary grows with experience: a Web Applications Developer I (0-2 years)earns $72,889, a Rails Developer (2-4 years)earns $95,083, a Web Applications Developer III (4-7 years)earns $118,544, a Web Applications Developer IV (7+ years)earns $145,370, a Web Applications Development Manager (7+ years)earns $146,536,

What are the highest paying states for a Rails Developer?

Rails Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Rails Developer roles are District of Columbia $99,163, California $98,787, Massachusetts $97,471. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Rails Developer roles make?

Salaries for Rails Developer level roles vary by specialization: Director of product payment rails: $176,888; Rails Engineer: $131,766; Full Stack Developer III: $128,394; Ruby On Rails: $126,063; Ruby On Rails Developer: $114,549.

Rails Developer Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Rails Developer make in Rhode Island?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Rails Developer in Rhode Island is $92,858 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $110,243
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $82,182 to $101,958
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,461

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Rails Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$101,958	$8,497	$1,961	$49
Average	$92,858	$7,738	$1,786	$45
25th Percentile	$82,182	$6,848	$1,580	$40

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Key Factors That Influence Rails Developer Salaries

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

How Experience Level Affects Rails Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Rails Developer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $72,889
Early Career (1-2 years): $95,083
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $118,544
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $145,370
Expert (over 8 years): $146,536

Levels	Salary
Web Appli... Level Rails Developer	$72,889
Rails Dev... Level Rails Developer	$95,083
Web Appli... Level Rails Developer	$118,544
Web Appli... Level Rails Developer	$145,370
Web Appli... Level Rails Developer	$146,536

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How Do Rails Developer 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 Rails Developers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $99,163.
California: $98,787.
Massachusetts: $97,471.

District of Columbia $99,163 California $98,787 Massachusetts $97,471 Washington $97,113 New Jersey $97,077 Alaska $96,951 Connecticut $95,715 New York $95,214

Hawaii $93,611 Rhode Island $92,858 Maryland $92,348 Minnesota $91,649 Colorado $91,381 Illinois $91,291 Oregon $90,951 Delaware $90,700

New Hampshire $90,542 Virginia $90,189 Pennsylvania $89,159 Nevada $88,640 North Dakota $88,470 Michigan $88,201 Wisconsin $88,103 Vermont $87,905

Texas $87,359 Maine $87,323 Arizona $87,270 Ohio $87,207 Georgia $86,383 Indiana $85,971 Wyoming $85,890 Utah $85,765

Iowa $85,711 Kansas $85,281 Louisiana $85,156 North Carolina $85,111 Missouri $85,093 Florida $84,744 Montana $84,556 Nebraska $84,377

Kentucky $84,278 South Carolina $83,920 Tennessee $83,696 Idaho $83,607 New Mexico $82,953 Oklahoma $82,809 Alabama $82,281 South Dakota $81,394

Arkansas $80,911 West Virginia $80,651 Mississippi $79,872

Top Paying Cities for Rails Developers

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: $94,381
Albion: $92,814
Ashaway: $94,739

Adamsville, RI $94,381 Albion, RI $92,814 Ashaway, RI $94,739 Barrington, RI $92,814 Block Island, RI $94,247 Bradford, RI $94,676 Bristol, RI $92,724 Carolina, RI $93,906

Charlestown, RI $94,005 Chepachet, RI $92,634 Clayville, RI $92,724 Coventry, RI $92,634 West Greenwich, RI $92,572 East Greenwich, RI $92,697 Exeter, RI $94,676 Fiskeville, RI $92,814

Forestdale, RI $92,724 Foster, RI $92,572 Glendale, RI $92,572 Greene, RI $93,611 Greenville, RI $92,814 Harmony, RI $92,787 Harrisville, RI $92,634 Hope, RI $92,814

Hope Valley, RI $94,739 Hopkinton, RI $94,766 Jamestown, RI $93,817 Kenyon, RI $94,650 Little Compton, RI $94,345 Manville, RI $92,814 Mapleville, RI $92,572 Newport, RI $93,835

Middletown, RI $94,229 North Kingstown, RI $92,545 North Scituate, RI $92,787 Oakland, RI $92,661 Pascoag, RI $92,608 Pawtucket, RI $92,814 Central Falls, RI $92,814 Cumberland, RI $92,814

Lincoln, RI $92,814 Portsmouth, RI $93,458 Prudence Island, RI $92,634 Rockville, RI $94,766 Saunderstown, RI $93,870 Shannock, RI $94,623 Slatersville, RI $92,724 Slocum, RI $93,870

Tiverton, RI $94,408 Wakefield, RI $93,772 Kingston, RI $93,790 Narragansett, RI $93,808 Peace Dale, RI $93,772 Warren, RI $92,787 Warwick, RI $92,814 Westerly, RI $94,793

West Kingston, RI $93,843 West Warwick, RI $92,814 Wood River Junction, RI $94,676 Woonsocket, RI $92,724 North Smithfield, RI $92,787 Wyoming, RI $94,650 Providence, RI $92,814 Cranston, RI $92,814

North Providence, RI $92,814 East Providence, RI $92,814 Riverside, RI $92,814 Rumford, RI $92,814 Smithfield, RI $92,814 Johnston, RI $92,814

Rails Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Rails Developer'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.

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$82,182

Average $92,858/year

$101,958

$6,848

Average $7,738/month

$8,497

$1,580

Average $1,786/week

$1,961

$40

Average $45/hour

$49

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$101,958	$8,497	$1,961	$49
Average	$92,858	$7,738	$1,786	$45
25th Percentile	$82,182	$6,848	$1,580	$40

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