Rhode Island property tax rates by county
Rhode Island · #15 of 52 · 5 counties
Median annual property tax $4,900 · median home value $404,200
Above the U.S. benchmark 0.94%. Payment dates are set locally — see below.
When it's due in Rhode Island
All statesPayment dates vary by local tax authority.
Check your city, town or county tax collector for this year's deadline. The statewide notes below are a general guide.
| Late penalty | interest rate determined by city/town council, up to statutory max 18% per annum (R.I. Gen. Laws § 44-5-9) |
|---|---|
| Early-payment discount | municipalities may authorize up to 5% discount for early lump-sum payment (R.I. Gen. Laws § 44-5-10) |
| Appeal window | within 90 days from the date first tax payment is due to local tax assessor (R.I. Gen. Laws § 44-5-26) |
county/municipal-set; R.I. Gen. Laws § 44-5-7 authorizes each municipality to establish quarterly installments and due dates (e.g. Providence: July 24, Oct 24, Jan 24, Apr 24; Cranston: July 15, Oct 15, Jan 15, Apr 15). Regular annual schedule; tax year: tax year Dec 31 assessment date, bills mailed summer. Source: R.I. Gen. Laws § 44-5-7, § 44-5-8, § 44-5-26, rules checked 2026-09-19. Confirm the amount and deadline on your official tax bill.
Counties, highest rate first
Benchmark = median real estate taxes paid ÷ median home value, ACS 2020–2024 5-year. Counties where the Census reports a range ("less than $200", "$10,000 or more") get no rate.