What are the main factors that influence an Utility Worker's salary?

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

How does experience change An Utility Worker's salary?

An Utility Worker's salary grows with experience: a Utility Worker (0-1 years)earns $47,761, a General Maintenance Worker II (1-3 years)earns $53,165, a General Maintenance Worker III (3-5 years)earns $60,904, a General Maintenance Worker IV (5-7 years)earns $78,710, a General Maintenance Supervisor (7+ years)earns $86,150,

What are the highest paying states for an Utility Worker?

Utility Worker salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Utility Worker roles are District of Columbia $49,598, California $49,410, Massachusetts $48,751. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Utility Worker roles make?

Salaries for Utility Worker level roles vary by specialization: Utility Plant Shift Supervisor II: $146,980; Utility Plant Shift Supervisor I: $121,740; Gas Utility Worker: $87,684; Natural Gas Utility Worker: $77,757; Utility Coordinator: $73,088.

Utility Worker Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an Utility Worker make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Utility Worker in Rhode Island is $46,444 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $56,073
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,123 to $51,484
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,367

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Utility Worker Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,484	$4,290	$990	$25
Average	$46,444	$3,870	$893	$22
25th Percentile	$40,123	$3,344	$772	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Utility Worker Salaries

An Utility Worker'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 Utility Worker Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Utility Worker'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): $47,761
Early Career (1-2 years): $53,165
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $60,904
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $78,710
Expert (over 8 years): $86,150

Levels	Salary
Utility W... Level Utility Worker	$47,761
General M... Level Utility Worker	$53,165
General M... Level Utility Worker	$60,904
General M... Level Utility Worker	$78,710
General M... Level Utility Worker	$86,150

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How Do Utility 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 Utility Workers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $49,598.
California: $49,410.
Massachusetts: $48,751.

District of Columbia $49,598 California $49,410 Massachusetts $48,751 Washington $48,572 New Jersey $48,554 Alaska $48,491 Connecticut $47,873 New York $47,622

Hawaii $46,820 Rhode Island $46,444 Maryland $46,189 Minnesota $45,839 Colorado $45,705 Illinois $45,660 Oregon $45,490 Delaware $45,365

New Hampshire $45,286 Virginia $45,109 Pennsylvania $44,594 Nevada $44,334 North Dakota $44,249 Michigan $44,115 Wisconsin $44,065 Vermont $43,967

Texas $43,694 Maine $43,676 Arizona $43,649 Ohio $43,617 Georgia $43,205 Indiana $42,999 Wyoming $42,959 Utah $42,896

Iowa $42,869 Kansas $42,654 Louisiana $42,592 North Carolina $42,569 Missouri $42,560 Florida $42,386 Montana $42,292 Nebraska $42,202

Kentucky $42,153 South Carolina $41,973 Tennessee $41,861 Idaho $41,817 New Mexico $41,490 Oklahoma $41,418 Alabama $41,154 South Dakota $40,710

Arkansas $40,468 West Virginia $40,338 Mississippi $39,949

Top Paying Cities for Utility 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: $47,025
Albion: $46,627
Ashaway: $46,935

Adamsville, RI $47,025 Albion, RI $46,627 Ashaway, RI $46,935 Barrington, RI $46,505 Block Island, RI $46,763 Bradford, RI $46,907 Bristol, RI $46,684 Carolina, RI $46,830

Charlestown, RI $46,847 Chepachet, RI $46,754 Clayville, RI $46,623 Coventry, RI $46,626 West Greenwich, RI $46,754 East Greenwich, RI $46,594 Exeter, RI $46,741 Fiskeville, RI $46,504

Forestdale, RI $46,862 Foster, RI $46,729 Glendale, RI $46,866 Greene, RI $46,790 Greenville, RI $46,522 Harmony, RI $46,582 Harrisville, RI $46,845 Hope, RI $46,533

Hope Valley, RI $46,894 Hopkinton, RI $46,956 Jamestown, RI $46,799 Kenyon, RI $46,824 Little Compton, RI $47,017 Manville, RI $46,689 Mapleville, RI $46,763 Newport, RI $46,846

Middletown, RI $46,867 North Kingstown, RI $46,674 North Scituate, RI $46,582 Oakland, RI $46,813 Pascoag, RI $46,876 Pawtucket, RI $46,435 Central Falls, RI $46,456 Cumberland, RI $46,720

Lincoln, RI $46,502 Portsmouth, RI $46,841 Prudence Island, RI $46,745 Rockville, RI $46,949 Saunderstown, RI $46,771 Shannock, RI $46,827 Slatersville, RI $46,862 Slocum, RI $46,770

Tiverton, RI $46,984 Wakefield, RI $46,811 Kingston, RI $46,793 Narragansett, RI $46,824 Peace Dale, RI $46,805 Warren, RI $46,625 Warwick, RI $46,495 Westerly, RI $46,947

West Kingston, RI $46,808 West Warwick, RI $46,552 Wood River Junction, RI $46,875 Woonsocket, RI $46,865 North Smithfield, RI $46,758 Wyoming, RI $46,827 Providence, RI $46,422 Cranston, RI $46,428

North Providence, RI $46,433 East Providence, RI $46,425 Riverside, RI $46,440 Rumford, RI $46,433 Smithfield, RI $46,527 Johnston, RI $46,449

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

Understanding how an Utility 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.

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$40,123

Average $46,444/year

$51,484

$3,344

Average $3,870/month

$4,290

$772

Average $893/week

$990

$19

Average $22/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,484	$4,290	$990	$25
Average	$46,444	$3,870	$893	$22
25th Percentile	$40,123	$3,344	$772	$19

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