Massachusetts vs Rhode Island
Side-by-side tax burden comparison. The difference in total burden is 0.86 percentage points (≈$770/year).
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| Metric | Massachusetts | Rhode Island | Lower |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Tax Burden | 12.70% | 11.84% | Rhode Island → |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.15% | 1.44% | ← Massachusetts |
| Income Tax Rate | 5.000% | 3.987% | Rhode Island → |
| Sales Tax Rate | 6.25% | 7.00% | ← Massachusetts |
| Median Income | $89,486 | $96,319 | Rhode Island → |
Massachusetts Rankings
- Total Burden: 6th
- Property Tax: 16th
- Income Tax: 13th
- Sales Tax: 36th
Rhode Island Rankings
- Total Burden: 9th
- Property Tax: 9th
- Income Tax: 35th
- Sales Tax: 24th