Childcare Director Salary in Rhode Island
BLS OEWS May 2025 · BLS occupation: SOC 11-9031 Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare
The median annual wage for education and childcare administrators, preschool and daycare in Rhode Island was $55,290 in May 2025, $4,010 (7%) below the national median of $59,300.
The middle half earned between $50,830 (25th percentile) and $59,580 (75th percentile).
Rhode Island ranks 31 of the 50 states and DC with a published median for this occupation.
The comparison is not adjusted for living costs.
BLS OEWS May 2025. Annual = hourly × 2,080. OEWS covers wage-and-salary workers only and leaves out the self-employed, workers in private households, overtime pay and most bonuses.
Pay range in Rhode Island
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,590 | $23.84 |
| 25th | $50,830 | $24.44 |
| 50th (median) | $55,290 | $26.58 |
| 75th | $59,580 | $28.65 |
| 90th | $69,780 | $33.55 |
| Mean (average) | $58,770 | $28.26 |
SOC 11-9031 Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare in Rhode Island, BLS OEWS May 2025.