Tax Examiner Salary in Rhode Island
Based on 510+ workers in Rhode Island
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (RI)
$78,990
$37.98/hr
vs National Average
$80,426
-1.8% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$51K – $134K
510 employed in Rhode Island
Salary Distribution — Tax Examiner in Rhode Island
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $50,710 |
| 25th percentile | $60,360 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $78,990 |
| 75th percentile | $98,690 |
| 90th percentile | $133,950 |
Top-Paying Industries for Tax Examiner (U.S.)
Which industries pay Tax Examiners the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Tax Examiners in Rhode Island tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Utilities | $116,460 | 570 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $100,780 | 10K |
| Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction | $98,710 | 290 |
| Manufacturing | $97,290 | 2K |
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $95,910 | 34K |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Tax Examiner in Rhode Island vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Rhode Island) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $79,310 |
| 2023 | $82,910 |
| 2024 | $88,500 |
| 2025 | $78,990 |
| 2026 (projected) | $78,990 |
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 | $79,310 | $72,325 |
| 2023 | $82,910 | $75,516 |
| 2024 | $88,500 | $78,398 |
| 2025 | $78,990 | $80,426 |
| 2026 (projected) | $78,990 | $80,426 |
Tax Examiner Salary by Experience Level in Rhode Island
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $60,360 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $78,990 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $98,690 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $133,950 |
Tax Examiner Salary in Other States
Related Tax Examiner Salaries in Rhode Island
How other high-demand occupations in Rhode Island compare to Tax Examiner ($78,990 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Tax Examiner | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Manager in RI | $166,940 | +111.3% | $80.26/hr |
| Actuary in RI | $111,090 | +40.6% | $53.41/hr |
| Financial Analyst in RI | $100,550 | +27.3% | $48.34/hr |
| Accountant in RI | $95,820 | +21.3% | $46.07/hr |
| Financial Examiner in RI | $94,130 | +19.2% | $45.25/hr |
| Budget Analyst in RI | $92,790 | +17.5% | $44.61/hr |
| Compliance Officer in RI | $87,620 | +10.9% | $42.13/hr |
| Credit Analyst in RI | $85,920 | +8.8% | $41.31/hr |
| Personal Financial Advisor in RI | $80,200 | +1.5% | $38.56/hr |
| Insurance Sales Agent in RI | $79,930 | +1.2% | $38.43/hr |
| Loan Officer in RI | $77,250 | -2.2% | $37.14/hr |
| Graphic Designer in RI | $78,220 | -1.0% | $37.61/hr |