Truck Driver salary in Rhode Island
Truck drivers in Rhode Island earn a median $60,190 a year, 3% above the national median of $58,640. That ranks #20 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $48,240.
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 53-3032. Taxes for tax year 2026.
| Yearly | Monthly | Every 2 weeks | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median pay | $60,190 | $5,016 | $2,315 | $28.94 |
| Average pay | $59,660 | $4,972 | $2,295 | $28.68 |
| Take-home (median) | $48,240 | $4,020 | $1,855 | $23.19 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $5,043 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $4,605 |
| Rhode Island income tax and state programs | $2,302 |
| Take-home | $48,240 |
Rhode Island's prices are 2% above the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $47,165 buys in an average-priced state. The Rhode Island minimum wage is $16.00; the median truck driver earns 1.8 times that.
Truck Driver pay in Rhode Island vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | $60,190 | $48,240 | $47,165 |
| Connecticut | $60,490 | $48,684 | $46,988 |
| Massachusetts | $63,030 | $49,603 | $46,903 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do truck drivers make in Rhode Island?
- The median salary is $60,190 a year ($28.94 an hour), and the average is $59,660, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do truck drivers take home in Rhode Island?
- About $48,240 a year after federal and Rhode Island taxes, or $1,855 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do truck drivers earn more in Rhode Island than the national average?
- Rhode Island ranks #20 of 51 for median pay, 3% above the U.S. median of $58,640. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #32.