Rhode Island sales tax at a glance
Rhode Island's typical combined rate of 7% ranks 26th highest among the 50 states. Rhode Island has a single statewide 7% rate with no local sales taxes.
What sales tax adds at the register
At the average combined rate of 7%:
| Price | Sales tax | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $25 | $1.75 | $26.75 |
| $100 | $7.00 | $107.00 |
| $500 | $35.00 | $535.00 |
| $2,000 | $140.00 | $2,140.00 |
Frequently asked questions
+What is the sales tax in Rhode Island in 2026?
Rhode Island charges a single statewide rate of 7% with no local sales taxes, so every purchase in the state is taxed the same. Rhode Island has a single statewide 7% rate with no local sales taxes.
+How do I calculate Rhode Island sales tax backwards from a total?
Divide the total by 1 plus the rate as a decimal. At 7%, a $107.00 total means a $100.00 price and $7.00 tax. Choose "Total after tax (reverse)" above to do it automatically.
+Do online orders charge Rhode Island sales tax?
Yes. Since the Wayfair decision, large online sellers must collect Rhode Island sales tax based on your delivery address — the same state rate you'd pay in a store.
+Is the rate the same everywhere in Rhode Island?
Yes — Rhode Island is one of the states with a uniform statewide rate and no local add-ons.
Rates as of July 1, 2026, from state revenue departments compiled by the Tax Foundation; local averages are population-weighted. Product exemptions (groceries, clothing, medicine) vary by state. Estimates only — see our terms.