Rhode Island Payroll Tax Calculator 2026
Calculate Rhode Island state income tax, federal withholding, Social Security, Medicare, and net take-home pay.
2026 Rhode Island tax rates · FICA · Rhode Island RI W-4
State Income Tax
Up to 5.99% (progressive)
Social Security
6.2%
Medicare
1.45%
State Form
Rhode Island RI W-4
Calculate Your Rhode Island Paycheck
Enter your salary or hourly rate and get a full breakdown: Rhode Island state tax, federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare, and exact net pay.
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Rhode Island Tax Guide
Rhode Island Payroll Tax Overview 2026
Rhode Island uses a progressive income tax with a top rate of 5.99%. Higher earners pay a larger percentage of their income — different brackets apply to different income ranges.
Rhode Island has three income tax brackets with a top rate of 5.99% and mandatory TDI contributions from employees.
Rhode Island TDI provides up to 85% of average weekly wages for workers who are temporarily disabled and unable to work.
Rhode Island Payroll Tax Summary
State Income TaxUp to 5.99% (progressive)
Tax TypeProgressive (brackets)
Social Security6.2% on first $176,100
Medicare1.45% (+ 0.9% over $200K)
FUTA (employer)0.6% on first $7,000
Employee FormRhode Island RI W-4
Additional Payroll Taxes
TDI (Temporary Disability Insurance): 1.1% on wages up to $84,000 (2026 est.)
FAQ
Rhode Island payroll tax questions
What is the top Rhode Island income tax rate for 2026?
Rhode Island's top income tax rate is 5.99% for 2026. This is a marginal rate — it only applies to income above the top bracket threshold. Lower income falls into lower brackets. Use the calculator above to see your effective rate.
What taxes do Rhode Island employees pay on their paycheck?
Rhode Island employees pay: (1) Federal income tax (based on W-4 withholding); (2) Social Security tax (6.2% on wages up to $176,100); (3) Medicare tax (1.45%, plus 0.9% on income over $200,000); (4) Rhode Island state income tax (Up to 5.99% (progressive)); (5) TDI (Temporary Disability Insurance). The employer matches the Social Security and Medicare portions.
What payroll withholding form do Rhode Island employees use?
Rhode Island employees complete Rhode Island RI W-4 for state withholding in addition to the federal W-4. Employers use both forms to calculate the correct combined withholding amount.
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