What are the main factors that influence an On-Air Personality's salary?

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

How does experience change An On-Air Personality's salary?

An On-Air Personality's salary grows with experience: starting around $62,662 for beginners, reaching about $65,653 at mid-level, and approach $68,455 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an On-Air Personality?

On-Air Personality salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for On-Air Personality roles are District of Columbia $69,512, California $69,249, Massachusetts $68,326. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of On-Air Personality roles make?

Salaries for On-Air Personality level roles vary by specialization: Air Personality Or Off Air Producer: $94,085; Radio Personality: $64,040.

On-Air Personality Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an On-Air Personality make in Rhode Island?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an On-Air Personality in Rhode Island is $65,092 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

However, an On-Air Personality's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $79,652
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $59,347 to $72,714
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $54,117

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On-Air Personality Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,714	$6,059	$1,398	$35
Average	$65,092	$5,424	$1,252	$31
25th Percentile	$59,347	$4,946	$1,141	$29

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Key Factors That Influence On-Air Personality Salaries

An On-Air Personality'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.

Levels	Salary
Entry Level On-Air Personality	$62,662
Intermediate Level On-Air Personality	$63,682
Senior Level On-Air Personality	$65,653
Specialist Level On-Air Personality	$68,231
Expert Level On-Air Personality	$68,455

How Do On-Air Personality 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 On-Air Personalities. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $69,512.
California: $69,249.
Massachusetts: $68,326.

District of Columbia $69,512 California $69,249 Massachusetts $68,326 Washington $68,075 New Jersey $68,049 Alaska $67,962 Connecticut $67,095 New York $66,744

Hawaii $65,620 Rhode Island $65,092 Maryland $64,735 Minnesota $64,245 Colorado $64,056 Illinois $63,994 Oregon $63,755 Delaware $63,579

New Hampshire $63,469 Virginia $63,221 Pennsylvania $62,499 Nevada $62,135 North Dakota $62,016 Michigan $61,828 Wisconsin $61,759 Vermont $61,621

Texas $61,238 Maine $61,212 Arizona $61,175 Ohio $61,131 Georgia $60,553 Indiana $60,264 Wyoming $60,208 Utah $60,120

Iowa $60,082 Kansas $59,781 Louisiana $59,693 North Carolina $59,662 Missouri $59,649 Florida $59,404 Montana $59,272 Nebraska $59,147

Kentucky $59,078 South Carolina $58,827 Tennessee $58,670 Idaho $58,607 New Mexico $58,149 Oklahoma $58,048 Alabama $57,678 South Dakota $57,056

Arkansas $56,717 West Virginia $56,535 Mississippi $55,989

Top Paying Cities for On-Air Personalities

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: $66,160
Albion: $65,061
Ashaway: $66,411

Adamsville, RI $66,160 Albion, RI $65,061 Ashaway, RI $66,411 Barrington, RI $65,061 Block Island, RI $66,065 Bradford, RI $66,367 Bristol, RI $64,998 Carolina, RI $65,827

Charlestown, RI $65,896 Chepachet, RI $64,935 Clayville, RI $64,998 Coventry, RI $64,935 West Greenwich, RI $64,891 East Greenwich, RI $64,979 Exeter, RI $66,367 Fiskeville, RI $65,061

Forestdale, RI $64,998 Foster, RI $64,891 Glendale, RI $64,891 Greene, RI $65,620 Greenville, RI $65,061 Harmony, RI $65,042 Harrisville, RI $64,935 Hope, RI $65,061

Hope Valley, RI $66,411 Hopkinton, RI $66,430 Jamestown, RI $65,764 Kenyon, RI $66,348 Little Compton, RI $66,135 Manville, RI $65,061 Mapleville, RI $64,891 Newport, RI $65,777

Middletown, RI $66,053 North Kingstown, RI $64,873 North Scituate, RI $65,042 Oakland, RI $64,954 Pascoag, RI $64,917 Pawtucket, RI $65,061 Central Falls, RI $65,061 Cumberland, RI $65,061

Lincoln, RI $65,061 Portsmouth, RI $65,513 Prudence Island, RI $64,935 Rockville, RI $66,430 Saunderstown, RI $65,802 Shannock, RI $66,329 Slatersville, RI $64,998 Slocum, RI $65,802

Tiverton, RI $66,179 Wakefield, RI $65,733 Kingston, RI $65,745 Narragansett, RI $65,758 Peace Dale, RI $65,733 Warren, RI $65,042 Warwick, RI $65,061 Westerly, RI $66,448

West Kingston, RI $65,783 West Warwick, RI $65,061 Wood River Junction, RI $66,367 Woonsocket, RI $64,998 North Smithfield, RI $65,042 Wyoming, RI $66,348 Providence, RI $65,061 Cranston, RI $65,061

North Providence, RI $65,061 East Providence, RI $65,061 Riverside, RI $65,061 Rumford, RI $65,061 Smithfield, RI $65,061 Johnston, RI $65,061

On-Air Personality Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an On-Air Personality'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

$59,347

Average $65,092/year

$72,714

$4,946

Average $5,424/month

$6,059

$1,141

Average $1,252/week

$1,398

$29

Average $31/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,714	$6,059	$1,398	$35
Average	$65,092	$5,424	$1,252	$31
25th Percentile	$59,347	$4,946	$1,141	$29

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