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Providence Sales Tax Calculator 2026

Providence RI sales tax is 7% (state only). Instant estimate—free, no signup.

Inputs

Enter purchase details to calculate sales tax.

Purchase Price

Enter the price before tax.

Results

Sales tax breakdown for Providence, Rhode Island.

Effective Tax Rate: 7.000%

This category is taxable under the configured rules.

Purchase Price$100.00

Sales Tax$7.00

Total Price$107.00

Rate Breakdown

State7.000%

County0.000%

City0.000%

Special District0.000%

Base combined7.000%

Total7.000%

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How This Calculator Works

Enter the purchase price and category (general, groceries, etc.).
The calculator applies Providence's 7% rate (Rhode Island state only).
Tax amount and total price update instantly.

Calculation Methodology

We calculate using Providence's 7% rate (Rhode Island state only):

Total Rate: 7%
Tax Amount: Price × 0.07
Total Price: Price + Tax

Providence, Rhode Island Sales Tax Calculator 2026

Providence's sales tax rate in 2026 is 7%: Rhode Island state rate only. Rhode Island does not allow local sales tax, so Providence has the same 7% rate as the rest of the state. Use the calculator above for an instant tax and total on any purchase—free, no signup.

What is the Sales Tax Rate in Providence, Rhode Island?

In 2026, the sales tax rate in Providence is 7% (Rhode Island state rate; no local add-on):

Rhode Island state sales tax: 7%
Providence local: 0% (not permitted in Rhode Island)
Total combined rate: 7%

Check the Rhode Island Division of Taxation for official details.

Exemptions and Official Sources

Groceries, clothing, and prescription drugs: exempt from Rhode Island sales tax.

For official rules, see the Rhode Island Division of Taxation. More tools: Rhode Island Sales Tax Calculator, Rhode Island tax calculators.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:What is the sales tax rate in Providence, Rhode Island?

Providence's sales tax rate in 2026 is 7% (Rhode Island state rate; Rhode Island does not allow local sales tax).

Q:Are groceries taxed in Providence?

Groceries, clothing, and prescription drugs are exempt from Rhode Island sales tax.