Rhode Island Property Tax Data
ACS 2024 property tax data for 5 counties in RI.
The average median property tax in Rhode Island is $5,361/year, which is 169% above the national average of $1,993. The average effective tax rate is 1.16% on a median home value of $474,800. Taxes range from $4,683 in Providence County to $6,648 in Bristol County.
What This Data Tells Us About Rhode Island
Across 5 counties in Rhode Island, the average median property tax is $5,361 per year, 169% above the national median of $1,993. The statewide effective rate of 1.16% on a median home value of $474,800 reflects how Rhode Island's assessment rules and local millage combine at the household level.
Within Rhode Island, median annual tax ranges from $4,683 in Providence County (effective rate 1.25%) to $6,648 in Bristol County (effective rate 1.29%). Median home values in Rhode Island ($474,800) compared with $227,791 nationally help explain why the same effective rate produces different dollar bills in different states. Within-state variation often tracks local school levies, county bonds, and municipal overlays rather than a single statewide rate.
This page is for informational purposes only and is not tax, legal, or financial advice. Figures describe median homeowner households reported to the Census Bureau — individual bills can differ based on assessed value, exemptions, special districts, and local overlays. Always confirm current rates with your county assessor or a qualified professional before making decisions that rely on these numbers.
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Based on the average effective tax rate of 1.16% compared to the national average of 0.92%. Rhode Island has property tax rates near the national average.
All Counties in Rhode Island (5)
| County | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol County | $6,648 | 1.29% |
| Kent County | $4,957 | 1.35% |
| Newport County | $5,414 | 0.89% |
| Providence County | $4,683 | 1.25% |
| Washington County | $5,102 | 1.00% |
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