Rhode Island Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate the sales tax on any purchase in Rhode Island. Enter a price and the calculator applies Rhode Island’s 2026 average combined rate of 7% — the 7% state rate plus the average local rate — to show the tax and your total.
Rhode Island’s statewide rate is 7%, and local jurisdictions add 0% on average, for a typical combined rate of 7%. Your exact city or county rate may be a little higher or lower.
Calculator
Uses each state’s 2026 average combined rate (state plus the population-weighted average local rate). Your city or county rate may differ.
Sales tax on $100
$7.00
$107.00 total · 7% in Rhode Island
- Total with tax
- $107.00
- Combined rate
- 7%
- State rate
- 7%
- Avg. local rate
- 0%
Estimate only. Rates are 2026 averages from the Tax Foundation (state rate plus the population-weighted average local rate) and can differ from your exact city/county rate. Some items — groceries, prescriptions, clothing — are taxed at reduced rates or exempt in many states, which this calculator does not model.
Rhode Island sales tax on common purchases
| Price | Sales tax | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $25.00 | $1.75 | $26.75 |
| $100.00 | $7.00 | $107.00 |
| $500.00 | $35.00 | $535.00 |
| $1,000.00 | $70.00 | $1,070.00 |
| $2,500.00 | $175.00 | $2,675.00 |
How Rhode Island’s sales tax compares
Rhode Island’s average combined rate of 7% ranks 26th of 51 from lowest to highest, right at the middle state (7%). Local governments don’t add a general sales tax, so the rate is the same everywhere in Rhode Island.
| State | State rate | Avg. local | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 7% | 0% | 7% |
| Massachusetts | 6.25% | 0% | 6.25% |
| Connecticut | 6.35% | 0% | 6.35% |
Source: Tax Foundation, State and Local Sales Tax Rates, Midyear 2026. Local rates are population-weighted averages.
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Calculation Formulas
The combined rate is the state sales tax plus the average local (city/county) rate for that state. Multiply the pre-tax price by it to get the tax; add it back for the total.
Example:
A $100 purchase in a state with an 8.5% combined rate is $8.50 in sales tax, for a $108.50 total.
Local sales taxes are averaged across a state and weighted by population, so this is the typical total rate a shopper pays — your exact city or county rate may be a little higher or lower.
Key Figures
| Figure | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| No-sales-tax states | AK*, DE, MT, NH, OR | No statewide sales tax. *Alaska has no state rate but allows local sales taxes. |
| Highest combined rates | LA, TN, WA, AR, AL | The states with the highest average combined state and local rates in 2026. |
Note: Results are estimates for planning purposes. Rates, fees, taxes, and insurance vary by lender and location — confirm exact figures with a licensed professional before making financial decisions.
Standards & Sources
Last verified: August 2026
- Tax Foundation sales tax data
Rates come from the Tax Foundation’s “State and Local Sales Tax Rates, Midyear 2026” — statutory state rates plus population-weighted average local rates as of July 1, 2026.
- State averages, not exact local rates
Local sales tax is set by thousands of cities, counties, and special districts. This calculator uses each state’s population-weighted average, so a specific location can differ from the figure shown.
- Exemptions not modeled
Many states tax groceries, prescription drugs, or clothing at reduced rates or exempt them entirely. This calculator applies the general rate and does not account for product-specific exemptions.
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter the purchase amount before tax — the state is already set to Rhode Island.
- The calculator applies Rhode Island’s 2026 average combined sales tax rate automatically.
- Read the sales tax and your total with tax.
- See the state-versus-local rate breakdown below.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax rate in Rhode Island in 2026?
Rhode Island’s statewide sales tax rate is 7%. Local governments do not add their own general sales tax. That ranks #26 of 51 from lowest to highest combined rate (the middle state is 7%).
How much is the sales tax on $100 in Rhode Island?
At Rhode Island’s average combined rate of 7%, the tax on a $100 purchase is about $7.00, for a total of $107.00. Your exact city or county rate can make that a little higher or lower.
Which state next to Rhode Island has the lowest sales tax?
Massachusetts, at an average combined rate of 6.25% versus 7% in Rhode Island. Keep in mind that Rhode Island residents generally owe use tax on taxable items bought out of state and brought home, and cars are taxed where they are registered.
How do I calculate sales tax?
Multiply the pre-tax price by the sales tax rate (as a decimal), then add it to the price. For example, $100 at an 8.5% combined rate is $100 × 0.085 = $8.50 in tax, for a $108.50 total.
What is the combined sales tax rate?
It’s the state sales tax rate plus the local (city, county, and district) rate. Because local rates vary within a state, this calculator uses each state’s population-weighted average local rate to estimate the typical total you’d pay.
Which states have no sales tax?
Five states have no statewide sales tax: Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire, and Oregon charge none at all, while Alaska has no state rate but allows local sales taxes. Everywhere else, a state rate (and often a local rate) applies.
Why might the calculator’s rate differ from what I paid?
This tool uses your state’s average combined rate, but the actual rate depends on the exact city, county, and special districts where the sale happens. Some goods — groceries, prescriptions, clothing — are also taxed at reduced rates or exempt in many states.
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