What are the main factors that influence a Wellness Program Administrator III's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Wellness Program Administrator 's salary?

A Wellness Program Administrator 's salary grows with experience: a Wellness Program Administrator I (0-2 years)earns $58,115, a Wellness Program Administrator II (2-4 years)earns $68,029, a Wellness Program Administrator III (4-7 years)earns $88,409, a Wellness and Work Life Manager (7+ years)earns $107,636, a Wellness and Work Life Director (7+ years)earns $142,191,

What are the highest paying states for a Wellness Program Administrator III?

Wellness Program Administrator III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Wellness Program Administrator III roles are District of Columbia $94,412, California $94,054, Massachusetts $92,800. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Wellness Program Administrator roles make?

Salaries for Wellness Program Administrator level roles vary by specialization: Wellness Program Director: $137,190; Wellness Program Manager: $103,820; Classified Security Administrator III: $94,641; Wellness Program Specialist: $90,782; Employee Assistance Program Administrator III: $88,103.

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Wellness Program Administrator III Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Wellness Program Administrator III make in Rhode Island?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Wellness Program Administrator III in Rhode Island is $88,409 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

However, a Wellness Program Administrator III's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $111,550
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $77,789 to $100,522
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $68,120

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Wellness Program Administrator III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$100,522	$8,377	$1,933	$48
Average	$88,409	$7,367	$1,700	$43
25th Percentile	$77,789	$6,482	$1,496	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Wellness Program Administrator III Salaries

A Wellness Program Administrator III's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Wellness Program Administrator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Wellness Program Administrator III's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Wellness Program Administrator I (0-2 years): $58,115
Wellness Program Administrator II (2-4 years): $68,029
Wellness Program Administrator III (4-7 years): $88,409
Wellness and Work Life Manager (7+ years): $107,636
Wellness and Work Life Director (7+ years): $142,191

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Wellness Program Administrator I	0-2 years	$58,115
Wellness Program Administrator II	2-4 years	$68,029
Wellness Program Administrator III	4-7 years	$88,409
Wellness and Work Life Manager	7+ years	$107,636
Wellness and Work Life Director	7+ years	$142,191

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How Do Wellness Program Administrator III Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Wellness Program Administrator IIIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $94,412.
California: $94,054.
Massachusetts: $92,800.

District of Columbia $94,412 California $94,054 Massachusetts $92,800 Washington $92,459 New Jersey $92,425 Alaska $92,306 Connecticut $91,129 New York $90,652

Hawaii $89,125 Rhode Island $88,409 Maryland $87,923 Minnesota $87,258 Colorado $87,002 Illinois $86,917 Oregon $86,593 Delaware $86,354

New Hampshire $86,204 Virginia $85,868 Pennsylvania $84,887 Nevada $84,393 North Dakota $84,231 Michigan $83,975 Wisconsin $83,881 Vermont $83,693

Texas $83,173 Maine $83,139 Arizona $83,088 Ohio $83,028 Georgia $82,244 Indiana $81,852 Wyoming $81,775 Utah $81,656

Iowa $81,604 Kansas $81,195 Louisiana $81,076 North Carolina $81,033 Missouri $81,016 Florida $80,683 Montana $80,504 Nebraska $80,334

Kentucky $80,240 South Carolina $79,899 Tennessee $79,686 Idaho $79,600 New Mexico $78,978 Oklahoma $78,842 Alabama $78,338 South Dakota $77,494

Arkansas $77,034 West Virginia $76,787 Mississippi $76,045

Top Paying Cities for Wellness Program Administrator IIIs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $89,514
Albion: $88,758
Ashaway: $89,344

Adamsville, RI $89,514 Albion, RI $88,758 Ashaway, RI $89,344 Barrington, RI $88,524 Block Island, RI $89,017 Bradford, RI $89,291 Bristol, RI $88,865 Carolina, RI $89,143

Charlestown, RI $89,176 Chepachet, RI $88,998 Clayville, RI $88,750 Coventry, RI $88,754 West Greenwich, RI $88,999 East Greenwich, RI $88,695 Exeter, RI $88,974 Fiskeville, RI $88,522

Forestdale, RI $89,205 Foster, RI $88,951 Glendale, RI $89,211 Greene, RI $89,068 Greenville, RI $88,556 Harmony, RI $88,671 Harrisville, RI $89,173 Hope, RI $88,578

Hope Valley, RI $89,266 Hopkinton, RI $89,384 Jamestown, RI $89,085 Kenyon, RI $89,132 Little Compton, RI $89,500 Manville, RI $88,875 Mapleville, RI $89,015 Newport, RI $89,175

Middletown, RI $89,214 North Kingstown, RI $88,847 North Scituate, RI $88,672 Oakland, RI $89,112 Pascoag, RI $89,232 Pawtucket, RI $88,392 Central Falls, RI $88,431 Cumberland, RI $88,933

Lincoln, RI $88,520 Portsmouth, RI $89,165 Prudence Island, RI $88,982 Rockville, RI $89,370 Saunderstown, RI $89,031 Shannock, RI $89,137 Slatersville, RI $89,205 Slocum, RI $89,029

Tiverton, RI $89,436 Wakefield, RI $89,107 Kingston, RI $89,073 Narragansett, RI $89,132 Peace Dale, RI $89,096 Warren, RI $88,753 Warwick, RI $88,505 Westerly, RI $89,366

West Kingston, RI $89,101 West Warwick, RI $88,614 Wood River Junction, RI $89,228 Woonsocket, RI $89,210 North Smithfield, RI $89,007 Wyoming, RI $89,137 Providence, RI $88,366 Cranston, RI $88,378

North Providence, RI $88,389 East Providence, RI $88,372 Riverside, RI $88,400 Rumford, RI $88,388 Smithfield, RI $88,567 Johnston, RI $88,418

Wellness Program Administrator III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Wellness Program Administrator III's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$77,789

Average $88,409/year

$100,522

$6,482

Average $7,367/month

$8,377

$1,496

Average $1,700/week

$1,933

$37

Average $43/hour

$48

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$100,522	$8,377	$1,933	$48
Average	$88,409	$7,367	$1,700	$43
25th Percentile	$77,789	$6,482	$1,496	$37

Wellness Program Administrator III Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Wellness Program Administrator III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Wellness and Work Life Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $107,636 - a projected growth of 22% over your current level.

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