Healthcare jobs and pay in Cranston, RI
Cranston healthcare pay by profession, from the BLS metro-area wage data, with cost of living, hospitals and what travel assignments pay here. Registered nurses earn a median of $46.74 per hour. The free report adds named employers and open roles.
What healthcare pays in Cranston
| Profession | Median / hr | Typical range / hr | Median / year | Employed in metro |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $46.74 | $40–$54 | $97,220 | 15,770 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $36.26 | $31–$38 | $75,420 | 2,310 |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | $20.88 | $19–$22 | $43,430 | 11,180 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $62.81 | $60–$77 | $130,640 | 1,490 |
| CRNA | $115+ | $40–$115+ | $239,200+ | 0 |
| Radiologic Technologist | $40.69 | $36–$50 | $84,630 | 1,080 |
| CT Technologist | $40.69 | $36–$50 | $84,630 | 1,080 |
| Respiratory Therapist | $40.05 | $36–$45 | $83,300 | 410 |
| Surgical Technologist | $31.92 | $26–$39 | $66,390 | 380 |
| Physical Therapist | $49.26 | $40–$53 | $102,460 | 1,830 |
| Occupational Therapist | $47.39 | $40–$52 | $98,570 | 1,080 |
| Speech-Language Pathologist | $47.98 | $40–$53 | $99,800 | 1,070 |
| Medical Coder | $29.58 | $23–$32 | $61,520 | 1,060 |
| CDI Specialist | $40.44 | $29–$54 | $84,110 | 100 |
| Utilization Review Nurse | $46.74 | $40–$54 | $97,220 | 15,770 |
| Telehealth / Triage Nurse | $46.74 | $40–$54 | $97,220 | 15,770 |
| Patient Access Representative | $19.05 | $17–$22 | $39,630 | 6,630 |
| EHR / Epic Analyst | $52.86 | $44–$65 | $109,950 | 1,830 |
| Regulatory Affairs Specialist | $38.83 | $31–$50 | $80,760 | 1,290 |
| Pharmacist | $61.74 | $57–$68 | $128,420 | 1,740 |
| Pharmacy Technician | $18.24 | $18–$23 | $37,940 | 2,520 |
| Medical Laboratory Scientist | $37.91 | $30–$45 | $78,850 | 1,580 |
| Phlebotomist | $22.91 | $20–$26 | $47,650 | 970 |
| Nurse Informaticist | $46.74 | $40–$54 | $97,220 | 15,770 |
| Healthcare IT Support Specialist | $28.77 | $23–$36 | $59,840 | 2,580 |
| Biomedical Equipment Technician | $29.61 | $23–$38 | $61,580 | 310 |
| MRI Technologist | $50.69 | $41–$55 | $105,440 | 250 |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonographer | $47.94 | $43–$54 | $99,720 | 490 |
| Echocardiography Technologist | $40.32 | $30–$50 | $83,860 | 280 |
| Cath Lab Technologist | $40.32 | $30–$50 | $83,860 | 280 |
| Nuclear Medicine Technologist | $52.90 | $44–$59 | $110,020 | 70 |
| Physician Assistant | $65.34 | $58–$79 | $135,910 | 700 |
| Nurse Case Manager | $46.74 | $40–$54 | $97,220 | 15,770 |
| Nurse Manager & Leadership | $55.86 | $46–$71 | $116,200 | 3,260 |
| Registered Dietitian | $36.88 | $30–$41 | $76,710 | 430 |
| Clinical Social Worker | $37.46 | $28–$44 | $77,910 | 910 |
| Medical Assistant | $22.04 | $20–$23 | $45,850 | 4,230 |
| Sterile Processing Technician | $24.03 | $20–$28 | $49,980 | 320 |
| Medical Biller | $24.07 | $22–$27 | $50,060 | 2,220 |
| Dental Hygienist | $40.88 | $40–$46 | $85,020 | 1,390 |
| Dental Assistant | $23.26 | $23–$28 | $48,370 | 1,750 |
| Dental Office Manager | $55.86 | $46–$71 | $116,200 | 3,260 |
| Dental Front Office & Treatment Coordinator | $22.66 | $20–$25 | $47,120 | 3,070 |
| Dental Lab Technician | $27.97 | $18–$29 | $58,180 | 70 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, for the Providence-Warwick metro area (statewide where the metro figure is not published). Pick a profession for the full pay breakdown, rankings and open roles.
Cost of living in Cranston
- Overall prices in Providence-Warwick run 2% above the U.S. average (index 101.8).
- Housing runs 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.9).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities, 2024.
Travel assignment per diem in Cranston
The federal per diem benchmark for travel assignments in Cranston is $154 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,638 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on your tax home. See the travel pay calculator.
Cities near Cranston
| City | Distance | RN median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Providence, RI | 5 mi | $46.74/hr | 194,706 |
| Warwick, RI | 6 mi | $46.74/hr | 83,554 |
| Pawtucket, RI | 9 mi | $46.74/hr | 76,996 |
| Fall River, MA | 20 mi | $46.74/hr | 94,689 |
| Taunton, MA | 22 mi | $46.74/hr | 61,936 |
| New Bedford, MA | 29 mi | $46.74/hr | 101,318 |
Common questions
How much do healthcare workers make in Cranston?
Registered nurses in the Providence-Warwick metro area earn a median of $46.74 per hour, about $97,220 a year (BLS, May 2024). The table above lists 44 professions with their own medians and ranges.
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