Homeowners in Kingston, Rhode Island paid a median $4,763 a year in property tax on a median home worth $553,400, an effective rate of about 0.86% (Census 2020–2024).
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Kingston vs county, state and US
Effective rate
Median tax paid per year
Tax on a home in Kingston
At the local 0.86% effective rate
| Home value | Estimated yearly tax | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $150,000 | $1,291 | $108 |
| $250,000 | $2,152 | $179 |
| $350,000 | $3,012 | $251 |
| $500,000 | $4,303 | $359 |
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Nearby and related
- Washington County property taxcounty overview
- Rhode Island property tax by countyranked
- Westerly, RI0.84% effective
- Wakefield-Peace Dale, RI0.94% effective
- Narragansett Pier, RI0.65% effective
- Hope Valley, RI1.44% effective
- Ashaway, RI1.12% effective
- Cost of living in Rhode Islandprices & rents
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, tables B25103 (median real estate taxes paid), B25077 (median home value), B25003, B25088, B19013 and B01003. These are 2020–2024 medians reported by owner-occupants, not 2026 tax bills or official mill rates. The effective rate here is median tax ÷ median home value. Actual bills depend on assessed value, exemptions (homestead, senior, veteran) and local levies. Check with your county assessor or treasurer. Not tax advice.
Major Cities & Counties in Rhode Island
Largest by population (Census ACS 2020–2024). Property tax for each:
- Providence pop. 191,767
- Cranston pop. 83,250
- Warwick pop. 83,175
- Pawtucket pop. 75,893
- East Providence pop. 47,281
- Woonsocket pop. 43,521
- Newport pop. 24,874
- Central Falls pop. 22,701
- Westerly pop. 18,411
- Valley Falls pop. 12,657
- Providence County pop. 664,854
- Kent County pop. 171,456
- Washington County pop. 130,344
- Newport County pop. 84,657
- Bristol County pop. 50,490
Frequently asked questions
What is the property tax rate in Kingston, Rhode Island?
Homeowners in Kingston, Rhode Island paid a median $4,763 a year in property tax on a median home worth $553,400, an effective rate of about 0.86% (Census 2020–2024).
How much is property tax on a $250,000 home in Kingston?
About $2,152 a year at the 0.86% median effective rate. Exemptions such as homestead can lower it.
Is property tax in Kingston higher than the rest of Rhode Island?
Kingston ranks #9 lowest of 28 Rhode Island places we track. The statewide effective rate is 1.21%. Washington County overall is 1.00%.