Psychiatrist Salary in Rhode Island
Based on 270+ workers in Rhode Island
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (RI)
$287,610
$138.27/hr
vs National Average
$257,685
+11.6% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$146K – $481K
270 employed in Rhode Island
Salary Distribution — Psychiatrist in Rhode Island
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $145,780 |
| 25th percentile | $145,790 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $287,610 |
| 75th percentile | $304,210 |
| 90th percentile | $480,690 |
Top-Paying Industries for Psychiatrist (U.S.)
Which industries pay Psychiatrists the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Psychiatrists in Rhode Island tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $305,530 | 3K |
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | $300,030 | 90 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | $286,770 | 23K |
| Administrative and Support Services | $280,010 | 70 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $188,090 | 240 |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Psychiatrist in Rhode Island vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Rhode Island) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $226,220 |
| 2025 | $287,610 |
| 2026 (projected) | $304,867 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Rhode Island Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $226,220 | $185,151 |
| 2025 | $287,610 | $257,685 |
| 2026 (projected) | $304,867 | $273,146 |
Psychiatrist Salary by Experience Level in Rhode Island
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $145,790 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $287,610 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $304,210 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $480,690 |
Psychiatrist Salary in Other States
Related Psychiatrist Salaries in Rhode Island
How other high-demand occupations in Rhode Island compare to Psychiatrist ($287,610 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Psychiatrist | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency Medicine Physician in RI | $512,730 | +78.3% | $246.50/hr |
| Family Medicine Physician in RI | $467,160 | +62.4% | $224.60/hr |
| Cardiologist in RI | $395,610 | +37.6% | $190.20/hr |
| Internal Medicine Physician in RI | $379,490 | +31.9% | $182.45/hr |
| Pediatrician in RI | $218,080 | -24.2% | $104.85/hr |
| Surgeon in RI | $199,990 | -30.5% | $96.15/hr |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist in RI | $166,390 | -42.1% | $80.00/hr |
| Dentist in RI | $161,560 | -43.8% | $77.67/hr |
| Podiatrist in RI | $159,760 | -44.5% | $76.81/hr |
| Physician Assistant in RI | $139,930 | -51.3% | $67.27/hr |
| Nurse Practitioner in RI | $135,970 | -52.7% | $65.37/hr |
| Nurse Midwife in RI | $135,180 | -53.0% | $64.99/hr |