Washington County, Rhode Island Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Rhode Island. Population: 39,989.
The median annual property tax in Washington County is $4,954, which is 6% lower than the Rhode Island state average and 158% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.05% on a median home value of $469,800. Property taxes represent 4.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,954
-6% vs State
+158% vs US
Median Home Value
$469,800
+8% vs State
+122% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.05%
-16% vs State
+11% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,857
$405/mo
Without Mortgage
$5,182
$432/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $4,954 +2.9% | 1.05% |
| 2022 | $4,815 +5.4% | 1.10% |
| 2021 | $4,569 +3.1% | 1.20% |
| 2020 | $4,432 +0.8% | 1.23% |
| 2019 | $4,396 | 1.28% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$102,478
per year
Monthly Tax
$413
per month
Other Counties in Rhode Island
Kent County
Tax: $4,903/yr Rate: 1.47%
Bristol County
Tax: $6,483/yr Rate: 1.39%
Newport County
Tax: $5,345/yr Rate: 0.95%
Providence County
Tax: $4,661/yr Rate: 1.37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Washington County, Rhode Island? ▼
The median annual property tax in Washington County is $4,954 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.05% on a median home value of $469,800.
How does Washington County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Washington County are 158% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.05% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Washington County? ▼
In Washington County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,857 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $5,182. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Washington County? ▼
Property taxes in Washington County represent approximately 4.8% of the median household income of $102,478. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
Explore More Data
Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.