Kent County

Kent County, Rhode Island

Effective Tax Rate

1.47%

Median Annual Tax

$4,903

How Kent County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Kent County$4,903

Rhode Island State Average$5,269

National Average$1,924

Kent County

1.47%

Effective rate

Rhode Island Avg

1.21%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$4,957

per year

Without Mortgage

$4,778

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

Home Value

Annual Tax

$4,903

Monthly Escrow

$409

Effective Rate

1.47%

vs. Rhode Island State Average▼ 6.9% below

vs. National Average▲ 82.3% above

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Kent County, Rhode Island?

The effective property tax rate in Kent County, Rhode Island is 1.47%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.

How much are property taxes in Kent County?

The median annual property tax payment in Kent County is $4,903. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,957, while those without a mortgage pay $4,778.

How does Kent County compare to the Rhode Island average?

Kent County's effective tax rate of 1.47% is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 1.21%. The median annual property tax in Kent County is $4,903, compared to the state average of $5,269.

What is the median home value in Kent County, Rhode Island?

The median home value in Kent County, Rhode Island is $333,900, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

How are property taxes calculated in Rhode Island?

Property taxes in Rhode Island are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Bristol County(RI)

Rate1.39%

Median Tax$6,483

Providence County(RI)

Rate1.37%

Median Tax$4,661

Washington County(RI)

Newport County(RI)

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Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.

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