02818 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 02818 (East Greenwich, Rhode Island) pay a median of $9,426/year in property taxes on homes valued at $564,800. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.67%, which is 30% above the Rhode Island state average of 1.29%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 02818 is approximately $786, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Kent County. This is $4,368 more than the Rhode Island average of $5,058/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Rhode Island, 02818 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 02833 (1.65%) and 02893 (1.69%).

In East Greenwich, property taxes represent approximately 7.8% of the median household income of $120,952, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Rhode Island does not cap annual assessment increases; your property will be reassessed to market value at purchase and each year after. Kent County Assessor provides a Homestead Exemption for owner-occupied primary residences — apply directly to the Kent County Assessor's office within 30 days of closing to secure this benefit. Verify your assessed value on the Kent County tax notice and file a formal appeal with the assessor by the deadline noted on your notice if the valuation seems inflated.