Rhode Island property tax
Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates · updated 2026-09-20
The median effective property tax rate in Rhode Island is 1.32%, above the national median of 0.98%, ranking 13 of 51 states and DC. The median homeowner pays $4,854 a year on a home worth $368,800. On a $300,000 home that is about $3,960 before exemptions.
- Effective rate
- 1.32%
- Median annual bill
- $4,854
- Median home value
- $368,800
- Rank (highest = 1)
- 13of 51
Property tax by county in Rhode Island
All 5 counties, largest first. Click a county for its estimate table.
| County | Effective rate | Median bill | Median home value | Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence County | 1.37% | $4,661 | $339,100 | 658,977 |
| Kent County | 1.47% | $4,903 | $333,900 | 170,658 |
| Washington County | 1.05% | $4,954 | $469,800 | 130,073 |
| Newport County | 0.95% | $5,345 | $559,700 | 85,095 |
| Bristol County | 1.39% | $6,483 | $468,000 | 50,568 |
Rhode Island compared with the United States
The Rhode Island median bill of $4,854 is above the national median of $2,969. Assessment rules, exemptions and appeal deadlines for Rhode Island are being verified against the state's revenue department and will appear here once confirmed.
Rates and medians: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently asked questions
What is the property tax rate in Rhode Island?
The median effective property tax rate in Rhode Island is 1.32% of home value, above the national median of 0.98%. On a $300,000 home that is about $3,960 per year before exemptions. Rates vary by county and school district.
Which Rhode Island county has the highest property tax?
Kent County has the highest median effective rate in Rhode Island at 1.47%. Newport County has the lowest at 0.95%. The largest county by population, Providence County, is at 1.37%.