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

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

How does experience change A Paraprofessional's salary?

A Paraprofessional's salary grows with experience: a Paraprofessional (0-0 years)earns $44,766, a Child Caregiver I (0-1 years)earns $34,212, a Child Caregiver II (1-3 years)earns $38,605,

What are the highest paying states for a Paraprofessional?

Paraprofessional salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Paraprofessional roles are District of Columbia $48,161, California $47,979, Massachusetts $47,339. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Paraprofessional roles make?

Salaries for Paraprofessional level roles vary by specialization: Accounting Paraprofessional: $71,873; Autism Paraprofessional: $67,343; Aba Paraprofessional: $53,217; Sped Paraprofessional: $51,710; Kindergarten Paraprofessional: $41,855.

Paraprofessional Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Paraprofessional make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Paraprofessional in Rhode Island is $45,099 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $53,761
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $39,918 to $49,633
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,202

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Paraprofessional Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$49,633	$4,136	$954	$24
Average	$45,099	$3,758	$867	$22
25th Percentile	$39,918	$3,327	$768	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Paraprofessional Salaries

A Paraprofessional'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 Do Paraprofessional 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 Paraprofessionals. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $48,161.
California: $47,979.
Massachusetts: $47,339.

District of Columbia $48,161 California $47,979 Massachusetts $47,339 Washington $47,165 New Jersey $47,148 Alaska $47,087 Connecticut $46,487 New York $46,243

Hawaii $45,464 Rhode Island $45,099 Maryland $44,851 Minnesota $44,512 Colorado $44,381 Illinois $44,338 Oregon $44,172 Delaware $44,051

New Hampshire $43,974 Virginia $43,803 Pennsylvania $43,302 Nevada $43,050 North Dakota $42,968 Michigan $42,837 Wisconsin $42,789 Vermont $42,693

Texas $42,428 Maine $42,411 Arizona $42,385 Ohio $42,354 Georgia $41,954 Indiana $41,754 Wyoming $41,715 Utah $41,654

Iowa $41,628 Kansas $41,419 Louisiana $41,358 North Carolina $41,336 Missouri $41,328 Florida $41,158 Montana $41,067 Nebraska $40,980

Kentucky $40,932 South Carolina $40,758 Tennessee $40,649 Idaho $40,606 New Mexico $40,288 Oklahoma $40,218 Alabama $39,962 South Dakota $39,531

Arkansas $39,296 West Virginia $39,170 Mississippi $38,792

Top Paying Cities for Paraprofessionals

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: $45,663
Albion: $45,277
Ashaway: $45,576

Adamsville, RI $45,663 Albion, RI $45,277 Ashaway, RI $45,576 Barrington, RI $45,158 Block Island, RI $45,409 Bradford, RI $45,549 Bristol, RI $45,332 Carolina, RI $45,473

Charlestown, RI $45,490 Chepachet, RI $45,400 Clayville, RI $45,273 Coventry, RI $45,275 West Greenwich, RI $45,400 East Greenwich, RI $45,245 Exeter, RI $45,387 Fiskeville, RI $45,157

Forestdale, RI $45,505 Foster, RI $45,376 Glendale, RI $45,508 Greene, RI $45,435 Greenville, RI $45,174 Harmony, RI $45,232 Harrisville, RI $45,489 Hope, RI $45,185

Hope Valley, RI $45,536 Hopkinton, RI $45,596 Jamestown, RI $45,444 Kenyon, RI $45,468 Little Compton, RI $45,656 Manville, RI $45,336 Mapleville, RI $45,408 Newport, RI $45,490

Middletown, RI $45,510 North Kingstown, RI $45,323 North Scituate, RI $45,233 Oakland, RI $45,457 Pascoag, RI $45,519 Pawtucket, RI $45,090 Central Falls, RI $45,110 Cumberland, RI $45,366

Lincoln, RI $45,155 Portsmouth, RI $45,485 Prudence Island, RI $45,391 Rockville, RI $45,589 Saunderstown, RI $45,416 Shannock, RI $45,470 Slatersville, RI $45,505 Slocum, RI $45,415

Tiverton, RI $45,623 Wakefield, RI $45,455 Kingston, RI $45,438 Narragansett, RI $45,468 Peace Dale, RI $45,450 Warren, RI $45,274 Warwick, RI $45,148 Westerly, RI $45,587

West Kingston, RI $45,452 West Warwick, RI $45,203 Wood River Junction, RI $45,517 Woonsocket, RI $45,507 North Smithfield, RI $45,404 Wyoming, RI $45,470 Providence, RI $45,077 Cranston, RI $45,083

North Providence, RI $45,088 East Providence, RI $45,080 Riverside, RI $45,095 Rumford, RI $45,088 Smithfield, RI $45,179 Johnston, RI $45,104

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

Understanding how a Paraprofessional'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 May 01, 2026

$39,918

Average $45,099/year

$49,633

$3,327

Average $3,758/month

$4,136

$768

Average $867/week

$954

$19

Average $22/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$49,633	$4,136	$954	$24
Average	$45,099	$3,758	$867	$22
25th Percentile	$39,918	$3,327	$768	$19

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