Side-by-side tax comparison between New York (10.9% top rate) and Rhode Island (5.99% top rate).
| Salary | New York | Rhode Island | Difference | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50K | $37,460 | $40,051 | +$2,591 | Rhode Island |
| $75K | $54,046 | $57,933 | +$3,887 | Rhode Island |
| $100K | $69,215 | $74,398 | +$5,183 | Rhode Island |
| $150K | $98,934 | $106,707 | +$7,774 | Rhode Island |
| $200K | $129,753 | $140,118 | +$10,365 | Rhode Island |
Rhode Island offers higher take-home pay at every salary level. Rhode Island's 5.99% top rate is more favorable than New York's 10.9%. At $100K, the difference is $5,183/year — that’s $432/month.
However, cost of living matters. New York has a cost index of 125 while Rhode Island is at 105. After adjusting for cost of living, the gap widens significantly.