Providence, Rhode Island Sales Tax Calculator (2026)

7.00% total combined rate — includes state and local taxes.

Providence applies Rhode Island’s uniform 7% sales tax rate with no additional city or county taxes.

Providence Sales Tax Calculator

Enter a purchase amount — we’ll calculate the total with Providence’s tax rate.

Rate
7.00%
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Total
The current combined rate for Providence is 7.00%.

Providence Sales Tax Breakdown

  • State Rate: 7.00%
  • City Rate: 0.00%
  • County Rate: 0.00%
  • Special Rate: 0.00%
  • Total: 7.00%

About Providence

As the capital and largest city, Providence applies the flat statewide 7% tax on retail goods and services, which funds education, infrastructure, and public safety programs.

Example Calculation

A $1,000 purchase in Providence adds $70 in sales tax for a total of $1,070.

FAQs for Providence

What is Providence’s total sales tax?

7% statewide, with no local additions.

Are groceries taxed?

No, most grocery items are exempt from sales tax in Rhode Island.