Rhode Island Sales Tax Calculator 2026

2026

Calculate sales tax in Rhode Island. Rhode Island has a 7% state sales tax rate. Based on current RI rates.

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Exempt Groceries
Exempt Clothing

Total Tax

$9.25

Total with Tax

$109.25

Combined Rate

9.250%

Tax Breakdown

State Tax (7.25%)$7.25
Local Tax (2.00%)$2.00
Total Sales Tax$9.25
Total with Tax$109.25

Disclaimer: This calculator is for informational purposes only and does not constitute tax, financial, or legal advice. Results are estimates based on the information you provide and current rates. Always consult a qualified tax professional or financial advisor for advice specific to your situation.

Rhode Island Tax Overview

Rhode Island has three income tax brackets with rates from 3.75% to 5.99%. The brackets are the same for all filing statuses, and the state provides its own standard deduction and personal exemption amounts.

Rhode Island has both Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI) and Temporary Caregiver Insurance (TCI, the PFL program). TDI/TCI is employee-funded at 1.1% of wages up to the taxable wage base of approximately $87,000.

TCI provides up to 6 weeks of paid leave for bonding with a new child or caring for a seriously ill family member, funded through the same payroll tax as TDI.

Rhode Island's minimum wage of $16.00/hr applies to all employers. The state sales tax of 7% is one of the higher rates nationally, and property taxes average approximately 1.38%.

Rhode Island has an estate tax with an exemption of approximately $1.77 million, indexed for inflation. The state also exempts Social Security benefits from income tax for filers below certain AGI thresholds.

Rhode Island Sales Tax Details (2026)

State Sales Tax Rate 7%
Local Taxes Apply No
State Income Tax progressive (up to 5.99%)
Avg. Property Tax Rate 0.0138%