What are the main factors that influence a Central Processing Tech's salary?

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

How does experience change A Central Processing Tech's salary?

A Central Processing Tech's salary grows with experience: a Central Processing Tech (0-1 years)earns $41,812, a Central Supply Supervisor (1-3 years)earns $69,242, a Central Supply Manager (3+ years)earns $96,871,

What are the highest paying states for a Central Processing Tech?

Central Processing Tech salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Central Processing Tech roles are District of Columbia $44,413, California $44,245, Massachusetts $43,655. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Central Processing Tech roles make?

Salaries for Central Processing Tech level roles vary by specialization: Central Processing Technician: $55,399; Processing Tech: $53,126; Lab Processing Tech: $50,559; Central Service Tech: $46,475; Central Supply Tech: $44,081.

Central Processing Tech Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Central Processing Tech make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Central Processing Tech in Rhode Island is $41,589 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $47,306
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,374 to $44,582
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,448

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Central Processing Tech Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,582	$3,715	$857	$21
Average	$41,589	$3,466	$800	$20
25th Percentile	$38,374	$3,198	$738	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Central Processing Tech Salaries

A Central Processing Tech'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 Central Processing Tech 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 Central Processing Teches. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $44,413.
California: $44,245.
Massachusetts: $43,655.

District of Columbia $44,413 California $44,245 Massachusetts $43,655 Washington $43,494 New Jersey $43,478 Alaska $43,422 Connecticut $42,869 New York $42,644

Hawaii $41,926 Rhode Island $41,589 Maryland $41,360 Minnesota $41,048 Colorado $40,927 Illinois $40,887 Oregon $40,735 Delaware $40,622

New Hampshire $40,552 Virginia $40,394 Pennsylvania $39,932 Nevada $39,700 North Dakota $39,624 Michigan $39,503 Wisconsin $39,459 Vermont $39,371

Texas $39,126 Maine $39,110 Arizona $39,086 Ohio $39,058 Georgia $38,689 Indiana $38,504 Wyoming $38,468 Utah $38,412

Iowa $38,388 Kansas $38,196 Louisiana $38,139 North Carolina $38,119 Missouri $38,111 Florida $37,955 Montana $37,871 Nebraska $37,790

Kentucky $37,746 South Carolina $37,586 Tennessee $37,486 Idaho $37,445 New Mexico $37,153 Oklahoma $37,088 Alabama $36,852 South Dakota $36,455

Arkansas $36,238 West Virginia $36,122 Mississippi $35,773

Top Paying Cities for Central Processing Teches

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: $42,109
Albion: $41,753
Ashaway: $42,029

Adamsville, RI $42,109 Albion, RI $41,753 Ashaway, RI $42,029 Barrington, RI $41,643 Block Island, RI $41,875 Bradford, RI $42,004 Bristol, RI $41,804 Carolina, RI $41,934

Charlestown, RI $41,950 Chepachet, RI $41,866 Clayville, RI $41,750 Coventry, RI $41,752 West Greenwich, RI $41,867 East Greenwich, RI $41,723 Exeter, RI $41,855 Fiskeville, RI $41,642

Forestdale, RI $41,963 Foster, RI $41,844 Glendale, RI $41,967 Greene, RI $41,899 Greenville, RI $41,658 Harmony, RI $41,712 Harrisville, RI $41,948 Hope, RI $41,668

Hope Valley, RI $41,992 Hopkinton, RI $42,048 Jamestown, RI $41,907 Kenyon, RI $41,929 Little Compton, RI $42,102 Manville, RI $41,808 Mapleville, RI $41,874 Newport, RI $41,949

Middletown, RI $41,968 North Kingstown, RI $41,795 North Scituate, RI $41,713 Oakland, RI $41,920 Pascoag, RI $41,976 Pawtucket, RI $41,581 Central Falls, RI $41,599 Cumberland, RI $41,836

Lincoln, RI $41,641 Portsmouth, RI $41,945 Prudence Island, RI $41,859 Rockville, RI $42,041 Saunderstown, RI $41,882 Shannock, RI $41,932 Slatersville, RI $41,964 Slocum, RI $41,881

Tiverton, RI $42,072 Wakefield, RI $41,918 Kingston, RI $41,902 Narragansett, RI $41,929 Peace Dale, RI $41,912 Warren, RI $41,751 Warwick, RI $41,634 Westerly, RI $42,039

West Kingston, RI $41,915 West Warwick, RI $41,685 Wood River Junction, RI $41,975 Woonsocket, RI $41,966 North Smithfield, RI $41,870 Wyoming, RI $41,932 Providence, RI $41,569 Cranston, RI $41,575

North Providence, RI $41,579 East Providence, RI $41,572 Riverside, RI $41,585 Rumford, RI $41,579 Smithfield, RI $41,663 Johnston, RI $41,593

Central Processing Tech Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Central Processing Tech'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

$38,374

Average $41,589/year

$44,582

$3,198

Average $3,466/month

$3,715

$738

Average $800/week

$857

$18

Average $20/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,582	$3,715	$857	$21
Average	$41,589	$3,466	$800	$20
25th Percentile	$38,374	$3,198	$738	$18

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