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

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

How does experience change A Telehandler's salary?

A Telehandler's salary grows with experience: a Telehandler (0-0 years)earns $42,910, a Hospital Lab Clerk (0-1 years)earns $44,090, a Medical Lab Technician I (1-3 years)earns $49,321, a Medical Lab Technician II (3-5 years)earns $57,483,

What are the highest paying states for a Telehandler?

Telehandler salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Telehandler roles are District of Columbia $46,102, California $45,928, Massachusetts $45,316. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Telehandler roles make?

Salaries for Telehandler level roles vary by specialization: Telehandler Operator: $40,929.

Telehandler Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Telehandler make in Rhode Island?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Telehandler in Rhode Island is $43,171 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $49,944
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,104 to $46,716
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,312

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Telehandler Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$46,716	$3,893	$898	$22
Average	$43,171	$3,598	$830	$21
25th Percentile	$40,104	$3,342	$771	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Telehandler Salaries

A Telehandler'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 Telehandler 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 Telehandlers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $46,102.
California: $45,928.
Massachusetts: $45,316.

District of Columbia $46,102 California $45,928 Massachusetts $45,316 Washington $45,149 New Jersey $45,132 Alaska $45,074 Connecticut $44,499 New York $44,266

Hawaii $43,521 Rhode Island $43,171 Maryland $42,934 Minnesota $42,609 Colorado $42,484 Illinois $42,442 Oregon $42,284 Delaware $42,168

New Hampshire $42,094 Virginia $41,930 Pennsylvania $41,451 Nevada $41,210 North Dakota $41,131 Michigan $41,006 Wisconsin $40,960 Vermont $40,868

Texas $40,614 Maine $40,598 Arizona $40,573 Ohio $40,544 Georgia $40,161 Indiana $39,969 Wyoming $39,932 Utah $39,873

Iowa $39,848 Kansas $39,648 Louisiana $39,590 North Carolina $39,569 Missouri $39,561 Florida $39,399 Montana $39,311 Nebraska $39,228

Kentucky $39,182 South Carolina $39,016 Tennessee $38,911 Idaho $38,870 New Mexico $38,566 Oklahoma $38,499 Alabama $38,254 South Dakota $37,841

Arkansas $37,616 West Virginia $37,496 Mississippi $37,133

Top Paying Cities for Telehandlers

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: $43,879
Albion: $43,150
Ashaway: $44,046

Adamsville, RI $43,879 Albion, RI $43,150 Ashaway, RI $44,046 Barrington, RI $43,150 Block Island, RI $43,817 Bradford, RI $44,016 Bristol, RI $43,109 Carolina, RI $43,658

Charlestown, RI $43,704 Chepachet, RI $43,067 Clayville, RI $43,109 Coventry, RI $43,067 West Greenwich, RI $43,038 East Greenwich, RI $43,096 Exeter, RI $44,016 Fiskeville, RI $43,150

Forestdale, RI $43,109 Foster, RI $43,038 Glendale, RI $43,038 Greene, RI $43,521 Greenville, RI $43,150 Harmony, RI $43,138 Harrisville, RI $43,067 Hope, RI $43,150

Hope Valley, RI $44,046 Hopkinton, RI $44,058 Jamestown, RI $43,617 Kenyon, RI $44,004 Little Compton, RI $43,862 Manville, RI $43,150 Mapleville, RI $43,038 Newport, RI $43,625

Middletown, RI $43,808 North Kingstown, RI $43,025 North Scituate, RI $43,138 Oakland, RI $43,080 Pascoag, RI $43,055 Pawtucket, RI $43,150 Central Falls, RI $43,150 Cumberland, RI $43,150

Lincoln, RI $43,150 Portsmouth, RI $43,450 Prudence Island, RI $43,067 Rockville, RI $44,058 Saunderstown, RI $43,642 Shannock, RI $43,991 Slatersville, RI $43,109 Slocum, RI $43,642

Tiverton, RI $43,891 Wakefield, RI $43,596 Kingston, RI $43,604 Narragansett, RI $43,612 Peace Dale, RI $43,596 Warren, RI $43,138 Warwick, RI $43,150 Westerly, RI $44,071

West Kingston, RI $43,629 West Warwick, RI $43,150 Wood River Junction, RI $44,016 Woonsocket, RI $43,109 North Smithfield, RI $43,138 Wyoming, RI $44,004 Providence, RI $43,150 Cranston, RI $43,150

North Providence, RI $43,150 East Providence, RI $43,150 Riverside, RI $43,150 Rumford, RI $43,150 Smithfield, RI $43,150 Johnston, RI $43,150

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

Understanding how a Telehandler'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

$40,104

Average $43,171/year

$46,716

$3,342

Average $3,598/month

$3,893

$771

Average $830/week

$898

$19

Average $21/hour

$22

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$46,716	$3,893	$898	$22
Average	$43,171	$3,598	$830	$21
25th Percentile	$40,104	$3,342	$771	$19

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