What are the main factors that influence an Alterations Supervisor's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Alterations Supervisor?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Alterations Supervisor roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An Alterations Supervisor's salary?

An Alterations Supervisor's salary grows with experience: starting around $61,421 for beginners, reaching about $62,469 at mid-level, and approach $64,284 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Alterations Supervisor?

Alterations Supervisor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Alterations Supervisor roles are District of Columbia $70,335, California $70,068, Massachusetts $69,134. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Alterations Supervisor roles make?

Salaries for Alterations Supervisor level roles vary by specialization: Alterations Manager: $77,294; Alterations Specialist II: $71,100; Alterations Shop Tailor/Fitter: $65,373; Alterations Tailor: $59,508; Alterations Department Manager: $55,397.

Alterations Supervisor Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an Alterations Supervisor make in Rhode Island? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Alterations Supervisor in Rhode Island is $65,863 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

However, an Alterations Supervisor's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $82,567
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,905 to $74,606
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,571

10% $52,571

50% (Median) $65,863

90% $82,567

Alterations Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$74,606	$6,217	$1,435	$36
Average	$65,863	$5,489	$1,267	$32
25th Percentile	$58,905	$4,909	$1,133	$28

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Key Factors That Influence Alterations Supervisor Salaries

An Alterations Supervisor'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 Alterations Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Alterations Supervisor'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $61,421
Early Career (1-2 years): $61,735
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $62,469
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $63,307
Expert (over 8 years): $64,284

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Level Alterations Supervisor	less than 1 year	$61,421
Early Career Level Alterations Supervisor	1-2 years	$61,735
Mid-Level Level Alterations Supervisor	2-4 years	$62,469
Senior-Level Level Alterations Supervisor	5-8 years	$63,307
Expert Level Alterations Supervisor	over 8 years	$64,284

How Do Alterations Supervisor 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 Alterations Supervisors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $70,335.
California: $70,068.
Massachusetts: $69,134.

District of Columbia $70,335 California $70,068 Massachusetts $69,134 Washington $68,880 New Jersey $68,855 Alaska $68,766 Connecticut $67,889 New York $67,533

Hawaii $66,396 Rhode Island $65,863 Maryland $65,501 Minnesota $65,005 Colorado $64,814 Illinois $64,751 Oregon $64,510 Delaware $64,332

New Hampshire $64,220 Virginia $63,970 Pennsylvania $63,239 Nevada $62,871 North Dakota $62,750 Michigan $62,559 Wisconsin $62,489 Vermont $62,350

Texas $61,962 Maine $61,937 Arizona $61,899 Ohio $61,854 Georgia $61,270 Indiana $60,978 Wyoming $60,920 Utah $60,831

Iowa $60,793 Kansas $60,488 Louisiana $60,399 North Carolina $60,368 Missouri $60,355 Florida $60,107 Montana $59,974 Nebraska $59,847

Kentucky $59,777 South Carolina $59,523 Tennessee $59,364 Idaho $59,300 New Mexico $58,837 Oklahoma $58,735 Alabama $58,360 South Dakota $57,731

Arkansas $57,388 West Virginia $57,204 Mississippi $56,652

Top Paying Cities for Alterations Supervisor

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: $66,686
Albion: $66,122
Ashaway: $66,559

Adamsville, RI $66,686

Albion, RI $66,122

Ashaway, RI $66,559

Barrington, RI $65,948

Block Island, RI $66,316

Bradford, RI $66,519

Bristol, RI $66,202

Carolina, RI $66,410

Charlestown, RI $66,434

Chepachet, RI $66,302

Clayville, RI $66,117

Coventry, RI $66,120

West Greenwich, RI $66,302

East Greenwich, RI $66,075

Exeter, RI $66,284

Fiskeville, RI $65,947

Forestdale, RI $66,455

Foster, RI $66,267

Glendale, RI $66,460

Greene, RI $66,354

Greenville, RI $65,973

Harmony, RI $66,058

Harrisville, RI $66,432

Hope, RI $65,988

Hope Valley, RI $66,501

Hopkinton, RI $66,589

Jamestown, RI $66,366

Kenyon, RI $66,401

Little Compton, RI $66,676

Manville, RI $66,209

Mapleville, RI $66,314

Newport, RI $66,433

Middletown, RI $66,462

North Kingstown, RI $66,189

North Scituate, RI $66,058

Oakland, RI $66,386

Pascoag, RI $66,476

Pawtucket, RI $65,850

Central Falls, RI $65,879

Cumberland, RI $66,253

Lincoln, RI $65,945

Portsmouth, RI $66,426

Prudence Island, RI $66,290

Rockville, RI $66,579

Saunderstown, RI $66,326

Shannock, RI $66,405

Slatersville, RI $66,456

Slocum, RI $66,324

Tiverton, RI $66,628

Wakefield, RI $66,383

Kingston, RI $66,357

Narragansett, RI $66,401

Peace Dale, RI $66,375

Warren, RI $66,119

Warwick, RI $65,934

Westerly, RI $66,575

West Kingston, RI $66,378

West Warwick, RI $66,015

Wood River Junction, RI $66,473

Woonsocket, RI $66,459

North Smithfield, RI $66,308

Wyoming, RI $66,405

Providence, RI $65,831

Cranston, RI $65,840

North Providence, RI $65,847

East Providence, RI $65,835

Riverside, RI $65,856

Rumford, RI $65,847

Smithfield, RI $65,980

Johnston, RI $65,870

Alterations Supervisor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Alterations Supervisor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Alterations Supervisor positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Alterations Supervisor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Alterations Supervisor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$79,035	$38.0	20%

Alterations Supervisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Alterations Supervisor'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.

$58,905

Average $65,863/year

$74,606

$4,909

Average $5,489/month

$6,217

$1,133

Average $1,267/week

$1,435

$28

Average $32/hour

$36

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$74,606	$6,217	$1,435	$36
Average	$65,863	$5,489	$1,267	$32
25th Percentile	$58,905	$4,909	$1,133	$28

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