Rhode Island Paycheck Calculator
2026 tax year · Figures checked October 2, 2026
On a $60,000 salary in Rhode Island, take-home pay is about $47,518 a year, or $1,827.60 every two weeks, after federal and state taxes.
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Take-home pay: $1,827.60 every two weeks
| Per paycheck | Per year | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross pay | $2,307.69 | $60,000.00 |
| Federal income tax | −$193.08 | −$5,020.00 |
| Social Security | −$143.08 | −$3,720.00 |
| Medicare | −$33.46 | −$870.00 |
| Rhode Island income tax | −$85.10 | −$2,212.50 |
| Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI) | −$25.38 | −$660.00 |
| Take-home pay | $1,827.60 | $47,517.50 |
How Rhode Island taxes your paycheck
Rhode Island withholds state income tax at graduated rates from 3.75% to 5.99%.
Employees also pay:
- Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI): 1.1% of wages up to $100,000
Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%) come out of every paycheck as well.
Source: Rhode Island's official tax guidance, checked October 2, 2026.
Take-home pay in Rhode Island by wage
| Pay | State taxes | Take-home a year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|
| $15 an hour | $1,475.70 | $25,773.50 | $991.29 |
| $20 an hour | $1,980.10 | $33,625.50 | $1,293.29 |
| $25 an hour | $2,484.50 | $41,477.50 | $1,595.29 |
| $30 an hour | $2,988.90 | $49,329.50 | $1,897.29 |
| $40 an hour | $3,999.20 | $63,362.00 | $2,437.00 |
| $50,000 a year | $2,387.50 | $39,967.50 | $1,537.21 |
| $60,000 a year | $2,872.50 | $47,517.50 | $1,827.60 |
| $75,000 a year | $3,600.00 | $57,992.50 | $2,230.48 |
| $100,000 a year | $4,982.00 | $74,198.00 | $2,853.77 |
| $125,000 a year | $6,169.50 | $90,534.00 | $3,482.08 |
| $150,000 a year | $7,357.00 | $106,434.00 | $4,093.62 |
Single filer, standard Form W-4, paid every two weeks; hourly wages assume 40 hours a week. State taxes are income tax plus payroll deductions.
Rhode Island vs. neighboring states
| State | State taxes | Take-home a year |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | $2,618 | $47,773 |
| Rhode Island | $2,873 | $47,518 |
| Massachusetts | $2,956 | $47,434 |
Take-home pay on a $60,000 salary, single filer, highest first.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Rhode Island's income tax on wages?
Rhode Island withholds state income tax at graduated rates from 3.75% to 5.99%. The exact amount depends on your pay, filing status and the withholding certificate you give your employer.
How much is $60,000 a year after taxes in Rhode Island?
About $47,518 a year, or $1,827.60 every two weeks, for a single filer with a standard Form W-4 (2026).
What payroll taxes do Rhode Island employees pay?
Besides income tax, Rhode Island employees pay Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI) (1.1% of wages up to $100,000). Everyone also pays Social Security (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%).
What does this estimate leave out?
It leaves out tax credits, itemized deductions and extra withholding you ask for on your W-4. Your actual tax for the year is settled when you file your return.