Bristol County, Rhode Island Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Rhode Island. Population: 14,228.
The median annual property tax in Bristol County is $6,483, which is 23% higher than the Rhode Island state average and 237% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.39% on a median home value of $468,000. Property taxes represent 5.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$6,483
+23% vs State
+237% vs US
Median Home Value
$468,000
+8% vs State
+121% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.39%
+11% vs State
+46% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$6,665
$555/mo
Without Mortgage
$6,021
$502/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $6,483 +1.2% | 1.39% |
| 2022 | $6,403 +5.5% | 1.44% |
| 2021 | $6,069 +3.8% | 1.60% |
| 2020 | $5,849 +2.7% | 1.60% |
| 2019 | $5,697 | 1.59% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$110,926
per year
Monthly Tax
$540
per month
Other Counties in Rhode Island
Washington County
Tax: $4,954/yr Rate: 1.05%
Newport County
Tax: $5,345/yr Rate: 0.95%
Providence County
Tax: $4,661/yr Rate: 1.37%
Kent County
Tax: $4,903/yr Rate: 1.47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Bristol County, Rhode Island? ▼
The median annual property tax in Bristol County is $6,483 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.39% on a median home value of $468,000.
How does Bristol County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Bristol County are 237% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.39% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Bristol County? ▼
In Bristol County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $6,665 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $6,021. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Bristol County? ▼
Property taxes in Bristol County represent approximately 5.8% of the median household income of $110,926. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.