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Providence County

Providence County, Rhode Island

Effective Tax Rate

1.37%

Median Annual Tax

$4,661

How Providence County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Providence County$4,661
Rhode Island State Average$5,269
National Average$1,924

Providence County

1.37%

Effective rate

Rhode Island Avg

1.21%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$4,722

per year

Without Mortgage

$4,531

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$4,661

Monthly Escrow

$388

Effective Rate

1.37%

vs. Rhode Island State Average▼ 11.5% below
vs. National Average▲ 73.3% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Providence County, Rhode Island?
The effective property tax rate in Providence County, Rhode Island is 1.37%. 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 Providence County?
The median annual property tax payment in Providence County is $4,661. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,722, while those without a mortgage pay $4,531.
How does Providence County compare to the Rhode Island average?
Providence County's effective tax rate of 1.37% is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 1.21%. The median annual property tax in Providence County is $4,661, compared to the state average of $5,269.
What is the median home value in Providence County, Rhode Island?
The median home value in Providence County, Rhode Island is $339,100, 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

Kent County(RI)

Rate1.47%
Median Tax$4,903

Washington County(RI)

Rate1.05%
Median Tax$4,954

Newport County(RI)

Rate0.95%
Median Tax$5,345
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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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