Rhode Island Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate Rhode Island sales tax instantly. State rate: 7%. Combined with local taxes up to 7.00%. Free calculator.
How This Calculator Works
Calculation methodology and assumptions
Rhode Island's state sales tax rate is 7%. Local jurisdictions (cities and counties) may add up to 0%, bringing the maximum combined rate to 7.00%. Some items like groceries and prescription drugs may be exempt or taxed at lower rates depending on the jurisdiction.
Key State Information
Rhode Island state sales tax: 7%. Maximum local add-on: 0%. Rhode Island exempts clothing from sales tax (or taxes it at a reduced rate).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax rate in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island's state sales tax rate is 7%. Adding local taxes, the combined rate can reach up to 7.00% depending on your city and county.
Does Rhode Island tax groceries?
Rhode Island generally exempts most unprepared food items from sales tax, though prepared foods/restaurant meals are taxable.
Are there sales tax holidays in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island does not currently offer sales tax holidays.