Paycheck taxes in Rhode Island
Rhode Island has a progressive state income tax with rates from about 3.75% to 5.99% depending on income, on top of federal income tax, Social Security, and Medicare.
Use the calculator above to see your Rhode Island take-home pay for any salary or hourly wage. It applies 2026 federal brackets, the standard deduction, Social Security (6.2% up to the $184,500 wage base), and Medicare (1.45%), plus Rhode Island state income tax.
2026 Rhode Island tax brackets (single filer)
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|
| Up to $82,050 | 3.75% |
| $82,050 to $186,450 | 4.75% |
| Over $186,450 | 5.99% |
The calculator doubles these thresholds for married filing jointly, a close approximation of Rhode Island's married schedule. Rhode Island's own standard deduction ($11,200 single) is applied first.
Frequently asked questions
How do I calculate take-home pay in Rhode Island?
Enter your salary or hourly wage above with Rhode Island selected. The calculator subtracts 2026 federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare, and Rhode Island state income tax to show your per-paycheck and annual take-home pay.
What is the Rhode Island state income tax rate?
Rhode Island uses progressive brackets ranging from roughly 3.75% to 5.99%. The calculator applies the bracket schedule along with 2026 federal brackets, Social Security (6.2%), and Medicare (1.45%).
Is this Rhode Island paycheck calculator accurate?
It provides close estimates using 2026 federal brackets and current Rhode Island tax rules, but excludes local taxes, most state-specific credits, and your W-4 details. It is not tax advice. Confirm important figures with a tax professional.
Sources: 2026 federal figures from IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32 and the Social Security Administration; Rhode Island rates from the Rhode Island Division of Taxation. Full methodology and figures on the guide.
Estimates only. Not tax, legal, or financial advice. See About for the full disclaimer, or the all-states paycheck calculator.