Rhode Island Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate sales tax for purchases in Rhode Island (RI).
State Tax Rate
7.0%
Avg. Local Rate
0.0%
Combined Rate
7.0%
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Sales Tax in Rhode Island
Rhode Island levies a state sales tax rate of 7.0% on most retail purchases of tangible personal property and select services. Rhode Island does not permit local sales taxes, so the state rate of 7.0% is the only sales tax consumers pay.
Common exemptions in many states include groceries, prescription drugs, and certain medical equipment, though specific exemptions vary. Businesses selling taxable goods or services in Rhode Island must register for a sales tax permit and collect tax at the point of sale. Online sellers with sufficient economic nexus in Rhode Island are also required to collect and remit sales tax.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax rate in Rhode Island?
The state sales tax rate in Rhode Island is 7.0%. When combined with the average local rate of 0.0%, the typical combined sales tax rate is 7.0%.
Does Rhode Island have local sales taxes?
Rhode Island does not have local sales taxes. The state rate of 7.0% is the only sales tax applied to purchases statewide.
What items are exempt from sales tax in Rhode Island?
Sales tax exemptions in Rhode Island vary but commonly include prescription medications and certain medical devices. Many states also exempt or reduce the rate on groceries, clothing, and other essential items. Check with the Rhode Island Department of Revenue for a complete list of exempt items.
How do I file sales tax in Rhode Island?
Businesses registered to collect sales tax in Rhode Island must file returns with the state's Department of Revenue on a monthly, quarterly, or annual basis depending on the volume of sales. Returns typically include the total taxable sales, the tax collected, and any allowable deductions or credits.
Sales Tax in Other States
Alabama9.5%Alaska1.8%Arizona8.5%Arkansas9.5%California9.0%Colorado7.9%Connecticut6.3%Delaware0.0%District of Columbia6.0%Florida7.0%Georgia7.5%Hawaii4.5%Idaho6.0%Illinois9.0%Indiana7.0%Iowa6.9%Kansas8.7%Kentucky6.0%Louisiana10.1%Maine5.5%Maryland6.0%Massachusetts6.3%Michigan6.0%Minnesota8.1%Mississippi7.1%Missouri8.4%Montana0.0%Nebraska7.0%Nevada8.2%New Hampshire0.0%New Jersey6.6%New Mexico7.7%New York8.5%North Carolina7.0%North Dakota7.1%Ohio7.3%Oklahoma9.1%Oregon0.0%Pennsylvania6.3%South Carolina7.5%South Dakota6.1%Tennessee9.6%Texas8.2%Utah7.4%Vermont6.4%Virginia5.8%Washington9.5%West Virginia6.6%Wisconsin5.7%Wyoming5.6%