Rhode Island Paycheck Calculator
See what a Rhode Island paycheck keeps after federal tax, FICA, plus state tax. The calculator starts at a $75,000 salary, and every input can be changed.
How Rhode Island Taxes Your Paycheck
Rhode Island uses graduated rates across 3 brackets, from 3.75% to 5.99%. The top rate applies to taxable income above roughly $186,450 for a single filer. Single filers get an estimated state deduction of $16,450.
To change state withholding, submit Form RI W-4 to your employer.
Rhode Island funds Temporary Disability Insurance entirely through an employee payroll tax of 1.1% on the first $100,000 of wages in 2026.
The Rhode Island Wage Floor and What It Keeps
The wage floor in Rhode Island is $16.00 per hour, according to the rates the Labor Department listed for July 1, 2026. Working full time at the floor means $640.00 gross each week, about $536.99 net for a single filer without deductions, and $27,923 a year. About $997 of that yearly pay goes to state income tax and programs.
Against the $56,780 median wage in Rhode Island, a full-time minimum-wage year of $33,280 equals about 59%.
Check the Rhode Island labor department for the latest rate before relying on these numbers; the hourly paycheck calculator lets you try your own wage.
Typical Rhode Island Salaries and Their Take-Home Pay
According to May 2025 BLS data, the typical (median) worker in Rhode Island earns $56,780 a year, 11% above the US median of $50,980, while the mean is $71,900 over about 501,300 jobs.
Here is how far each of those wages goes for a single filer with no deductions, once federal tax, FICA, state tax and programs are taken out of biweekly pay:
| Rhode Island wage point | Gross a year | Kept a year | Kept per check | Effective rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $32,470 | $27,312 | $1,050.45 | 15.9% |
| Median | $56,780 | $45,666 | $1,756.38 | 19.6% |
| Mean (average) | $71,900 | $56,541 | $2,174.67 | 21.4% |
| 75th percentile | $85,200 | $65,253 | $2,509.73 | 23.4% |
BLS wage estimates exclude self-employment, and they are averages of many different jobs. For your own number, use the salary paycheck calculator.
Rhode Island Payday Rules and Your Check Size
Rhode Island requires weekly pay, with limited exceptions for childcare providers and by petition. The Department of Labor summary behind this leaves out industry-specific exceptions; the Rhode Island labor department can confirm what applies to your job.
For a $56,800 salary (the BLS median wage there), single filer and no deductions, the permitted schedule produces:
| Frequency | Gross each check | Net each check |
|---|---|---|
| Weekly (52 a year) | $1,092.31 | $878.48 |
The pay frequency guide explains the trade-offs, and the biweekly and weekly calculators take your own inputs.
What Else Comes Out of a Rhode Island Paycheck
State Payroll Programs
The calculator also deducts these state programs from employee pay (estimated rates):
- RI TDI: 1.1% of wages up to $100,000.
Local Taxes
Rhode Island has no local wage taxes.
Pre-Tax Deductions
Traditional 401(k), health premiums and HSA contributions generally lower Rhode Island taxable wages. See paycheck deductions.
How Rhode Island Tax Brackets Work
Single-filer Rhode Island brackets, estimated, after a $16,450 deduction:
| Income band | Tax rate |
|---|---|
| $0 to $82,050 | 3.75% |
| $82,050 to $186,450 | 4.75% |
| $186,450 and up | 5.99% |
From $30,000 to $150,000 in Rhode Island
At $75,000 (single, no deductions) Rhode Island take-home is about $58,572 a year, ranking 36 of 51 among states and DC, $308 below the national median of $58,880.
| Salary | Net every two weeks | Net a year | Tax share | State tax and programs a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $978.73 | $25,447 | 15.2% | $838 |
| $45,000 | $1,414.30 | $36,772 | 18.3% | $1,566 |
| $60,000 | $1,849.88 | $48,097 | 19.8% | $2,293 |
| $75,000 | $2,252.76 | $58,572 | 21.9% | $3,021 |
| $100,000 | $2,882.00 | $74,932 | 25.1% | $4,248 |
| $150,000 | $4,121.84 | $107,168 | 28.6% | $6,623 |
Rhode Island Against Its Neighbours
$75,000 salary, single filer, no deductions, in Rhode Island and its neighbours:
| State | Net per year | State tax + programs | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island (this page) | $58,572 | $3,021 | +$0 |
| Massachusetts | $57,718 | $3,875 | -$854 |
| Connecticut | $58,668 | $2,925 | +$96 |
Differences are measured against Rhode Island. Border commuters should note that the work state normally taxes wages and the home state may offer a credit.
Ways to Raise Your Rhode Island Take-Home
- In Rhode Island, a pre-tax dollar can save state tax at up to 5.99% in addition to the federal saving, when the deduction applies.
- Payroll programs such as RI TDI come out of every check and cannot be avoided, so budget for them.
- After a move, marriage or new child, refresh Form RI W-4 with your employer.
- Check whether a city, county or school district tax applies to you: Rhode Island has no local wage taxes.
- For the federal rules, read paycheck deductions and 401(k) deductions.
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Questions About Pay in Rhode Island
Is there state income tax on wages in Rhode Island?
Yes. Rhode Island has graduated rates from 3.75% to 5.99%.
How much of $60,000 do you keep in Rhode Island?
A single filer with no deductions takes home about $1,849.88 per biweekly paycheck, roughly $48,097 a year, after federal, FICA and Rhode Island taxes.
What is the minimum wage in Rhode Island?
As of July 1, 2026, Rhode Island sets the floor at $16.00 an hour (US Department of Labor). At 40 hours a week that is about $536.99 take-home per week for a single filer.
What is the typical wage in Rhode Island?
The BLS reports a median annual wage of $56,780 and a mean of $71,900 in Rhode Island across all occupations (OEWS, May 2025). At the median, a single filer takes home about $45,666 a year.
How frequently must Rhode Island workers be paid?
Rhode Island requires weekly pay, with limited exceptions for childcare providers and by petition. Exceptions exist, so confirm with the state labor department.
Are there local income taxes in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island has no local wage taxes. The calculator has a local tax field if one applies to you.
Which withholding form does Rhode Island use?
Rhode Island uses Form RI W-4 for state withholding elections. Federal withholding is set on Form W-4.
I commute into Rhode Island from elsewhere; which state taxes my pay?
The state where the work is done normally taxes the wages, while the state you live in may offer a credit. If you live in Massachusetts and work in Rhode Island, or the other way round, read both states' rules and ask payroll about reciprocity.
Where does Rhode Island place for keeping your paycheck?
On a $75,000 salary for a single filer, Rhode Island ranks 36 of 51 (states and DC), with about $58,572 a year in take-home pay.
How these numbers are figured: 2026 IRS withholding rules (Publication 15-T) and state figures last verified September 2026. Results are estimates. Read the full methodology and sources.