What is the property tax rate in Rhode Island?

Rhode Island has an effective property tax rate of 1.32%, ranking it #13 out of 50 states. The median homeowner pays $4,854 per year.

How are property taxes calculated in Rhode Island?

Property taxes in Rhode Island are calculated by multiplying the assessed value of your property by the local tax rate (millage rate). The effective rate shown here (1.32%) represents the median taxes paid as a percentage of median home value across the state.

Which county in Rhode Island has the lowest property taxes?

Among Rhode Island's 5 counties, Washington County has one of the lowest effective property tax rates.

Does Rhode Island have a homestead exemption?

Yes, Rhode Island offers several property tax exemptions including: General Homestead, Over 65, Disabled Veteran. See the exemptions section above for details.

Rhode Island Property Tax Rate

2023 Data · 5 Counties

1.32%effective rate

Rhode Island has an effective property tax rate of 1.32%, ranking it #13 among all 50 states. The median homeowner in Rhode Island pays $4,854 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $368,800. This rate is 39% higher than the national average of 0.95%.

Effective Tax Rate📊

1.32%

#13 of 50 states

Median Tax Paid🏠

$4,854

Per year

Median Home Value💰

$368,800

2023 estimate

Total Counties📍

Population: 1,095,371

Property Tax Rates by County in Rhode Island

Rank ▲	County	Effective Rate	Median Tax	Median Value
#1	Kent County	1.47%	$4,903	$333,900
#2	Bristol County	1.39%	$6,483	$468,000
#3	Providence County	1.37%	$4,661	$339,100
#4	Washington County	1.05%	$4,954	$469,800
#5	Newport County	0.95%	$5,345	$559,700

How Rhode Island Compares

Rhode Island

1.32%

National Average

0.95%

Neighboring States

Calculate Your Property Tax in Rhode Island

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State

County

Home Value

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Apply homestead exemption ($100,000 reduction)

Estimated Annual Property Tax

$3,960

$330/month · Rate: 1.32%

Home Value

$300,000

Taxable Value

$300,000

Effective Rate

1.32%

Rhode Island Property Tax Exemptions

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General Homestead

Varies by municipality

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Over 65

Varies by municipality; typically $500-$1,000 tax exemption

Homeowners age 65+; income limits set by municipality

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Disabled Veteran

Varies by municipality; typically $1,000-$5,000 in assessed value; 100% disabled may receive full exemption in some towns

Veterans with service-connected disability

Nearby States

Connecticut

1.92%

Massachusetts

1.11%

Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value.