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Rhode Island

Estimated taxes, cost of living, income and housing — scored for the goals that move your money.

Estimated data

Median income

$81.4K

household / year

Avg home price

$450K

~$3,046/mo mortgage

Cost of living

118

100 = US avg

Tax burden

8.4%

income + sales + property

Where Rhode Island ranks

How this state places against all 51 states + DC.

How Rhode Island scores

Wealth building41/100

Income vs cost of living and taxes — how much you keep and grow.

Homeownership32/100

How far the median income goes toward buying a home.

Young professionals50/100

Job market depth, earning power and manageable costs.

Retirement19/100

Low taxes, gentle cost of living and affordable healthcare.

Families27/100

Affordable housing, everyday costs and healthcare.

Affordability20/100

Overall cost of living — how far your dollar stretches.

Cities in Rhode Island

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State figures are educational estimates and should be verified with current local sources.