What are the main factors that influence an Alterations Associate's salary?

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

How does experience change An Alterations Associate's salary?

An Alterations Associate's salary grows with experience: starting around $38,774 for beginners, reaching about $41,118 at mid-level, and approach $41,698 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Alterations Associate?

Alterations Associate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Alterations Associate roles are District of Columbia $43,367, California $43,203, Massachusetts $42,627. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Alterations Associate roles make?

Salaries for Alterations Associate level roles vary by specialization: Alterations Manager: $77,283; Alterations Shop Tailor/Fitter: $65,320; Alterations Supervisor: $63,447; Alterations Specialist II: $60,900; Alterations Tailor: $59,479.

Alterations Associate Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an Alterations Associate make in Rhode Island?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for an Alterations Associate in Rhode Island is $40,610 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $50,592
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $36,469 to $45,835
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $32,700

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Alterations Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$45,835	$3,820	$881	$22
Average	$40,610	$3,384	$781	$20
25th Percentile	$36,469	$3,039	$701	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Alterations Associate Salaries

An Alterations Associate'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 Alterations Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Alterations Associate'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): $38,774
Early Career (1-2 years): $39,521
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $41,118
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $41,335
Expert (over 8 years): $41,698

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Alterations Associate	$38,774
Intermediate Level Alterations Associate	$39,521
Senior Level Alterations Associate	$41,118
Specialist Level Alterations Associate	$41,335
Expert Level Alterations Associate	$41,698

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How Do Alterations Associate 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 Alterations Associates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $43,367.
California: $43,203.
Massachusetts: $42,627.

District of Columbia $43,367 California $43,203 Massachusetts $42,627 Washington $42,470 New Jersey $42,454 Alaska $42,400 Connecticut $41,859 New York $41,640

Hawaii $40,939 Rhode Island $40,610 Maryland $40,386 Minnesota $40,081 Colorado $39,963 Illinois $39,924 Oregon $39,775 Delaware $39,666

New Hampshire $39,597 Virginia $39,442 Pennsylvania $38,992 Nevada $38,765 North Dakota $38,690 Michigan $38,573 Wisconsin $38,530 Vermont $38,444

Texas $38,205 Maine $38,189 Arizona $38,165 Ohio $38,138 Georgia $37,778 Indiana $37,598 Wyoming $37,562 Utah $37,507

Iowa $37,484 Kansas $37,296 Louisiana $37,241 North Carolina $37,222 Missouri $37,214 Florida $37,061 Montana $36,979 Nebraska $36,900

Kentucky $36,857 South Carolina $36,701 Tennessee $36,603 Idaho $36,564 New Mexico $36,278 Oklahoma $36,215 Alabama $35,984 South Dakota $35,596

Arkansas $35,385 West Virginia $35,271 Mississippi $34,930

Top Paying Cities for Alterations Associates

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: $41,275
Albion: $40,590
Ashaway: $41,432

Adamsville, RI $41,275 Albion, RI $40,590 Ashaway, RI $41,432 Barrington, RI $40,590 Block Island, RI $41,217 Bradford, RI $41,405 Bristol, RI $40,551 Carolina, RI $41,068

Charlestown, RI $41,111 Chepachet, RI $40,512 Clayville, RI $40,551 Coventry, RI $40,512 West Greenwich, RI $40,484 East Greenwich, RI $40,539 Exeter, RI $41,405 Fiskeville, RI $40,590

Forestdale, RI $40,551 Foster, RI $40,484 Glendale, RI $40,484 Greene, RI $40,939 Greenville, RI $40,590 Harmony, RI $40,578 Harrisville, RI $40,512 Hope, RI $40,590

Hope Valley, RI $41,432 Hopkinton, RI $41,444 Jamestown, RI $41,029 Kenyon, RI $41,393 Little Compton, RI $41,260 Manville, RI $40,590 Mapleville, RI $40,484 Newport, RI $41,037

Middletown, RI $41,209 North Kingstown, RI $40,473 North Scituate, RI $40,578 Oakland, RI $40,523 Pascoag, RI $40,500 Pawtucket, RI $40,590 Central Falls, RI $40,590 Cumberland, RI $40,590

Lincoln, RI $40,590 Portsmouth, RI $40,872 Prudence Island, RI $40,512 Rockville, RI $41,444 Saunderstown, RI $41,052 Shannock, RI $41,381 Slatersville, RI $40,551 Slocum, RI $41,052

Tiverton, RI $41,287 Wakefield, RI $41,009 Kingston, RI $41,017 Narragansett, RI $41,025 Peace Dale, RI $41,009 Warren, RI $40,578 Warwick, RI $40,590 Westerly, RI $41,456

West Kingston, RI $41,040 West Warwick, RI $40,590 Wood River Junction, RI $41,405 Woonsocket, RI $40,551 North Smithfield, RI $40,578 Wyoming, RI $41,393 Providence, RI $40,590 Cranston, RI $40,590

North Providence, RI $40,590 East Providence, RI $40,590 Riverside, RI $40,590 Rumford, RI $40,590 Smithfield, RI $40,590 Johnston, RI $40,590

Alterations Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Alterations Associate'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 February 01, 2026

$36,469

Average $40,610/year

$45,835

$3,039

Average $3,384/month

$3,820

$701

Average $781/week

$881

$18

Average $20/hour

$22

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$45,835	$3,820	$881	$22
Average	$40,610	$3,384	$781	$20
25th Percentile	$36,469	$3,039	$701	$18

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