Rhode Island property tax
Northeast region · 5 counties · Census ACS 2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year)
Rhode Island has a population-weighted effective property-tax rate of 1.32% of home value (Census ACS 2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year)) — +22.1% versus the US average of 1.08%, well above the US average effective rate. The typical bill is about $4,871 on a median home worth around $376,898. Rhode Island ranks #15 of 51 states by property-tax rate (1 = highest). Within the state, Kent County is highest at 1.47% and Newport County is lowest at 0.95%.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2023 5-year estimates. Data as of June 2026.
Rhode Island property tax at a glance
| Figure | Rhode Island |
|---|---|
| Effective property-tax rate (pop-weighted) | 1.32% |
| Median-of-counties rate | 1.38% |
| Typical median bill | $4,871 |
| Typical median home value | $376,898 |
| Versus US average rate | +22.1% (US avg 1.08%) |
| State rank (1 = highest of 51) | #15 |
| Counties | 5 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2023 5-year estimates. Data as of June 2026.
Rhode Island counties ranked by property-tax rate
Counties in Rhode Island, highest effective rate first. Counties with their own page are linked.
| Rank | County | Median tax/yr | Median home value | Effective rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kent County | $4,903 | $333,900 | 1.47% |
| 2 | Bristol County | $6,483 | $468,000 | 1.39% |
| 3 | Providence County | $4,661 | $339,100 | 1.38% |
| 4 | Washington County | $4,954 | $469,800 | 1.05% |
| 5 | Newport County | $5,345 | $559,700 | 0.95% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2023 5-year estimates. Data as of June 2026.
How Rhode Island compares with other states
| State | Effective rate | Median bill | vs US avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island (this state) | 1.32% | $4,871 | +22.1% |
| Michigan | 1.35% | $2,955 | +25.1% |
| Kansas | 1.35% | $2,748 | +25.2% |
| Pennsylvania | 1.38% | $3,509 | +27.5% |
| Ohio | 1.43% | $2,976 | +32.8% |
| Iowa | 1.48% | $2,997 | +37.2% |
Frequently asked questions
What is the property-tax rate in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island's population-weighted effective property-tax rate is 1.32% of home value (Census ACS 2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year)), +22.1% versus the US average of 1.08%. The typical bill works out to about $4,871 on a $376,898 home. It ranks #15 of 51 states (1 = highest).
Which Rhode Island county has the highest property tax?
In Rhode Island, Kent County has the highest effective property-tax rate at 1.47% (median tax $4,903). The lowest is Newport County at 0.95%. Source: Census ACS 2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year).
Is property tax high in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island is high on property tax at a 1.32% effective rate, well above the US average effective rate. The median Rhode Island home is worth about $376,898 and the median bill is around $4,871. Rates vary widely between its 5 counties.
How is the Rhode Island property-tax rate calculated?
It is a population-weighted average of each county's effective rate (median real estate taxes paid / median home value), using Census ACS 2023 5-year tables B25103 and B25077. A median-of-counties rate (1.38%) is also computed as a check. These are area medians, not statutory mill rates.
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Source & accuracy
State figures aggregate county-level Census ACS (2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year)) data (median real estate taxes paid B25103, median home value B25077), population-weighted. US public domain. These are area medians, not statutory rates or your individual bill — your property tax depends on your assessed value, exemptions and local levy. Verify with your county assessor. See our methodology and disclaimer.
Last updated: 2026-06-20