Rhode Island income tax at common incomes
Wages only, standard deduction, 2026. Federal + Rhode Island tax; Social Security and Medicare not included.
| Wages | State (single) | Total (single) | Total (married) |
|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $883 | $3,503 (8.8%) | $1,046 |
| $60,000 | $1,633 | $6,653 (11.1%) | $3,856 |
| $75,000 | $2,196 | $9,866 (13.2%) | $6,219 |
| $100,000 | $3,148 | $16,318 (16.3%) | $10,156 |
| $150,000 | $5,523 | $30,257 (20.2%) | $20,082 |
| $250,000 | $10,857 | $62,611 (25.0%) | $47,340 |
Rhode Island brackets
3.75% over $0 · 4.75% over $82,050 · 5.99% over $186,450 (single).
How Rhode Island taxes changed
For 2026, Rhode Island raised the single standard deduction from $10,900 to $11,200. State tax on $85,000 of 1099 profit falls from $2,362 to $2,345 (−$17).
| 2025 | 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| Top income tax rate | 5.99% | 5.99% |
| Standard deduction (single) | $10,900 | $11,200 |
| State tax on $85,000 of 1099 profit | $2,362 | $2,345 |
| Take-home on a $75,000 salary | $59,101 | $59,397 |
Each year uses that year's federal and Rhode Island rules, so the take-home row also reflects federal changes. Federal changes · All data updates
What this estimate simplifies
- The phaseout range for the standard deduction, personal exemption, and dependency exemption is $261,000 to $290,800. For taxpayers with modified Federal AGI exceeding $290,800, no standard deduction, personal exemption, or dependency exemption is available.
Sources: Rhode Island revenue department, Tax Foundation, State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32. Methodology.
Rhode Island income tax FAQ
What is the Rhode Island income tax rate for 2026?
Rhode Island has a graduated income tax with 3 rates from 3.75% to 5.99%; the top rate starts at $186,450 of taxable income for single filers. The top rate is 5.99%.
How much Rhode Island income tax do I pay on $75,000?
About $2,196 for a single filer with $75,000 of wages in 2026, on top of $7,670 of federal income tax.
Does Rhode Island have local income taxes?
No. Rhode Island localities do not levy a separate income tax.