Dialysis Technician Salary in Rhode Island: $49,197 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Rhode Island's 17 metropolitan areas, the average median dialysis technician pay sits at $49,197/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-2099. Because Rhode Island sits at BEA RPP 100.5 (1% above the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $48,952 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Warwick ($50,594), Providence ($49,588), Pawtucket ($39,096).
In Rhode Island, dialysis technicians can expect an average median salary of $49,197 in 2026, which is above the national median of $45,322 by 8.5%. The highest paying city for this profession is Warwick, with a projected salary of $51,813, while Central Falls offers the lowest at $36,982. This significant difference of $14,831 can be attributed to varying levels of healthcare facility funding, cost of living differences, and demand for services across cities. Rhode Island's job market for dialysis technicians shows a growth rate of 2.41% annually, reflecting steady demand. This is driven by an aging population and increasing prevalence of chronic kidney conditions. State-specific factors include rigorous licensing requirements and defined scope of practice laws, which help maintain quality care standards within this essential healthcare field. The employment landscape includes 839 dialysis technicians across 17 metro areas, with key cities projected to offer competitive salaries such as Providence at $50,783, Pawtucket at $40,038, East Providence at $39,731, and West Warwick at $39,624. Overall, the outlook for dialysis technicians in Rhode Island is positive, given the consistent demand for skilled professionals in this area.
Rhode Island Dialysis Technician Salary Range
Overall salary range in Rhode Island: $29,518 (lowest entry-level) to $91,040 (highest top earner)
Rhode Island vs National Average
Rhode Island dialysis technicians earn 8.55% more than the national median (+$3,875/year difference).
Rhode Island Dialysis Technician Salary Distribution (2026)
Dialysis Technician salaries in Rhode Island range from $38,975 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $86,686 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $49,197. The Rhode Island median is $3,875 above the US national median of $45,322. The average hourly rate is $23.65/hr. Approximately 839 dialysis technicians are employed across 17 cities.
2021 BLS Actual
$47,110
2025 BLS Actual
$48,039
2026 Current Est.
$49,197
2021–2027 Growth
+6.9%
Salary Trajectory for Dialysis Technicians in Rhode Island (2021–2027)
2021–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 2.41% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $47,110 | Actual |
| 2022 | $51,310 | Actual |
| 2023 | $54,370 | Actual |
| 2024 | $54,599 | Actual |
| 2025 | $48,039 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $49,197 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $50,382 | Projected |
Based on 5 years of BLS OEWS data for the Rhode Island metropolitan area, the median dialysis technician salary grew 2.0% from $47,110 (2021) to $48,039 (2025). At a 2.41% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $50,382 by 2027 — a total increase of $3,272 (6.95%) from 2021.
Note: Historical values (2021–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Rhode Island metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 2.41% CAGR derived from 5-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in Rhode Island
Lowest Paying Cities in Rhode Island
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Central Falls | $36,982 |
| Westerly | $37,432 |
| Bristol | $37,944 |
| South Kingstown | $38,047 |
| Cumberland | $38,148 |
Best Value Cities for Dialysis Technicians in Rhode Island
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Rhode Island cities offer the most purchasing power for dialysis technicians.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warwick | $51,813 | 100.5 | $51,555 |
| Providence | $50,783 | 101.773 | $49,898 |
| Pawtucket | $40,038 | 100.5 | $39,839 |
| East Providence | $39,731 | 100.5 | $39,533 |
| West Warwick | $39,624 | 100.5 | $39,427 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Rhode Island
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $38,975 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $49,197 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $86,686 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Rhode Island metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 17 Cities in Rhode Island
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Warwick | $51,813 |
| 2 | Providence | $50,783 |
| 3 | Pawtucket | $40,038 |
| 4 | East Providence | $39,731 |
| 5 | West Warwick | $39,624 |
| 6 | Coventry | $39,438 |
| 7 | Cranston | $39,207 |
| 8 | Johnston | $38,760 |
| 9 | Woonsocket | $38,745 |
| 10 | Newport | $38,533 |
| 11 | North Providence | $38,455 |
| 12 | North Kingstown | $38,443 |
| 13 | Cumberland | $38,148 |
| 14 | South Kingstown | $38,047 |
| 15 | Bristol | $37,944 |
| 16 | Westerly | $37,432 |
| 17 | Central Falls | $36,982 |
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Written by Jessica Tran, CCRN
Career Analyst
Jessica has over 10 years as a dialysis technician. She specializes in chronic kidney disease management. She works at a community hospital.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 2.41% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 dialysis technician compensation across Rhode Island. State averages are employment-weighted across 17 metro areas — larger metro areas with more dialysis technicianscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 5-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.41%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for dialysis technicians (SOC 29-2099).
Compiled and verified by Jessica Tran, CCRN, a licensed dialysis technician with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov