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Rhode Island property tax: Census indicators
The 2020-2024 American Community Survey reports median yearly real estate taxes of $4,900 and median home value of $404,200 for owner-occupied homes in Rhode Island. Their ratio is 1.21 %, 29 % above the national ratio.
Historical Census medians in Rhode Island
| Owner-occupied housing measure | 2020-2024 ACS |
|---|---|
| Median yearly real estate taxes paid | $4,900 |
| Median home value | $404,200 |
| Ratio of the two medians | 1.21 % |
This table describes survey respondents, not tax on a purchase price. Use an assessor-confirmed yearly bill or estimate in the rental property calculator or cap rate calculator.
Rhode Island Census property tax indicators by county
5 counties, highest ratio first. Highest: Kent County (1.35 %). Lowest: Newport County (0.89 %).
| County | Census ratio | Median tax | Median home value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kent County | 1.35 % | $4,957 | $366,100 |
| Bristol County | 1.29 % | $6,648 | $513,800 |
| Providence County | 1.25 % | $4,683 | $373,600 |
| Washington County | 1.00 % | $5,102 | $510,800 |
| Newport County | 0.89 % | $5,414 | $609,700 |
Questions
What does the Rhode Island Census property tax indicator mean?
It is 1.21 %: median yearly real estate taxes ($4,900) divided by median home value ($404,200) for owner-occupied homes in the 2020-2024 ACS. It is 29 % above the national ratio and ranks 15th among the 50 states and DC. It is not a current tax rate.
Which county in Rhode Island has the highest Census ratio?
Kent County, at 1.35 % (median bill $4,957). The lowest is Newport County, at 0.89 %. These are ratios of survey medians, not applicable county tax rates.
Can this predict tax on a $300,000 rental in Rhode Island?
No. A ratio of two survey medians is not a parcel tax rate or the median of individual rates. Ask the property assessor or tax collector for an assessment using the property address, purchase circumstances, exemptions and local levies.
About the data
Census indicator = median real estate taxes paid / median home value for owner-occupied homes. The ratio of two medians is not the median of individual property tax rates. The 2020-2024 survey is historical, excludes rental housing from these measures and carries sampling uncertainty, especially in small counties. It does not provide current levies, reassessment values or a bill for a specific parcel.
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Last updated November 7, 2026.