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Rhode Island Tax Calculators.

2025 income tax rates, brackets, and sales tax for Rhode Island. Free calculators with Rhode Island-specific defaults.
Tax Type
Progressive
Top Rate
5.99%
Sales Tax
7.0%
Avg Combined
7.0%

Income Tax

Rhode Island has a progressive income tax with 3 brackets ranging from 3.75% to 5.99%. The state offers its own standard deduction and personal exemptions that differ from federal amounts.

Taxable IncomeRate
$0 - $77,450 3.75%
$77,450 - $176,050 4.75%
Over $176,050 5.99%
Standard Deduction: $10,550 (single) / $21,150 (joint)
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Sales Tax

Groceries and clothing under $250 are exempt from sales tax. Prescription drugs are exempt.

State Rate 7.0%
Avg. Combined (with local): 7.0%
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How Rhode Island Compares

Rhode Island's top rate of 5.99% is above the national average. Its 7% sales tax rate is among the higher state rates, though clothing and grocery exemptions help moderate the impact.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rhode Island's income tax rate?

Rhode Island has three tax brackets: 3.75% on the first $77,450, 4.75% on income from $77,450 to $176,050, and 5.99% on income over $176,050.

Does Rhode Island tax clothing?

Clothing items under $250 per item are exempt from Rhode Island's 7% sales tax. Items priced at $250 or more are taxable.

How does Rhode Island compare to Connecticut?

Rhode Island's top rate (5.99%) is lower than Connecticut's (6.99%), and both states exempt groceries. Rhode Island has a higher sales tax rate (7% vs 6.35%).