What are the main factors that influence a Construction Lineman's salary?

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

How does experience change A Construction Lineman's salary?

A Construction Lineman's salary grows with experience: a Lineman Apprentice (0-1 years)earns $66,204, a Construction Lineman (1-3 years)earns $92,482, a Lineman, Senior (3-5 years)earns $113,121,

What are the highest paying states for a Construction Lineman?

Construction Lineman salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Construction Lineman roles are District of Columbia $97,853, California $97,481, Massachusetts $96,182. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Construction Lineman roles make?

Salaries for Construction Lineman level roles vary by specialization: Lineman, Senior: $107,653; Verizon Lineman: $90,387; Journeyman Lineman: $88,090; Lineman: $88,011; Underground Lineman: $87,944.

Construction Lineman Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Construction Lineman make in Rhode Island?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Construction Lineman in Rhode Island is $91,631 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

However, a Construction Lineman's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $105,711
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $79,376 to $99,001
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $68,220

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Construction Lineman Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$99,001	$8,250	$1,904	$48
Average	$91,631	$7,636	$1,762	$44
25th Percentile	$79,376	$6,615	$1,526	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Construction Lineman Salaries

A Construction Lineman'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 Do Construction Lineman 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 Construction Linemans. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $97,853.
California: $97,481.
Massachusetts: $96,182.

District of Columbia $97,853 California $97,481 Massachusetts $96,182 Washington $95,829 New Jersey $95,793 Alaska $95,670 Connecticut $94,450 New York $93,955

Hawaii $92,373 Rhode Island $91,631 Maryland $91,127 Minnesota $90,438 Colorado $90,172 Illinois $90,084 Oregon $89,748 Delaware $89,501

New Hampshire $89,345 Virginia $88,997 Pennsylvania $87,981 Nevada $87,468 North Dakota $87,300 Michigan $87,035 Wisconsin $86,938 Vermont $86,743

Texas $86,204 Maine $86,169 Arizona $86,116 Ohio $86,054 Georgia $85,241 Indiana $84,834 Wyoming $84,755 Utah $84,631

Iowa $84,578 Kansas $84,154 Louisiana $84,030 North Carolina $83,986 Missouri $83,968 Florida $83,624 Montana $83,438 Nebraska $83,261

Kentucky $83,164 South Carolina $82,811 Tennessee $82,590 Idaho $82,501 New Mexico $81,856 Oklahoma $81,715 Alabama $81,193 South Dakota $80,318

Arkansas $79,841 West Virginia $79,585 Mississippi $78,816

Top Paying Cities for Construction Linemans

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: $93,133
Albion: $91,587
Ashaway: $93,487

Adamsville, RI $93,133 Albion, RI $91,587 Ashaway, RI $93,487 Barrington, RI $91,587 Block Island, RI $93,001 Bradford, RI $93,425 Bristol, RI $91,498 Carolina, RI $92,665

Charlestown, RI $92,762 Chepachet, RI $91,410 Clayville, RI $91,498 Coventry, RI $91,410 West Greenwich, RI $91,348 East Greenwich, RI $91,472 Exeter, RI $93,425 Fiskeville, RI $91,587

Forestdale, RI $91,498 Foster, RI $91,348 Glendale, RI $91,348 Greene, RI $92,373 Greenville, RI $91,587 Harmony, RI $91,560 Harrisville, RI $91,410 Hope, RI $91,587

Hope Valley, RI $93,487 Hopkinton, RI $93,513 Jamestown, RI $92,576 Kenyon, RI $93,398 Little Compton, RI $93,098 Manville, RI $91,587 Mapleville, RI $91,348 Newport, RI $92,594

Middletown, RI $92,983 North Kingstown, RI $91,321 North Scituate, RI $91,560 Oakland, RI $91,436 Pascoag, RI $91,383 Pawtucket, RI $91,587 Central Falls, RI $91,587 Cumberland, RI $91,587

Lincoln, RI $91,587 Portsmouth, RI $92,223 Prudence Island, RI $91,410 Rockville, RI $93,513 Saunderstown, RI $92,629 Shannock, RI $93,372 Slatersville, RI $91,498 Slocum, RI $92,629

Tiverton, RI $93,160 Wakefield, RI $92,532 Kingston, RI $92,550 Narragansett, RI $92,568 Peace Dale, RI $92,532 Warren, RI $91,560 Warwick, RI $91,587 Westerly, RI $93,540

West Kingston, RI $92,603 West Warwick, RI $91,587 Wood River Junction, RI $93,425 Woonsocket, RI $91,498 North Smithfield, RI $91,560 Wyoming, RI $93,398 Providence, RI $91,587 Cranston, RI $91,587

North Providence, RI $91,587 East Providence, RI $91,587 Riverside, RI $91,587 Rumford, RI $91,587 Smithfield, RI $91,587 Johnston, RI $91,587

Construction Lineman Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Construction Lineman'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.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$79,376

Average $91,631/year

$99,001

$6,615

Average $7,636/month

$8,250

$1,526

Average $1,762/week

$1,904

$38

Average $44/hour

$48

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$99,001	$8,250	$1,904	$48
Average	$91,631	$7,636	$1,762	$44
25th Percentile	$79,376	$6,615	$1,526	$38

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