Side-by-side tax comparison between Pennsylvania (3.07% top rate) and Rhode Island (5.99% top rate).
| Salary | Pennsylvania | Rhode Island | Difference | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50K | $40,396 | $40,051 | −$345 | Pennsylvania |
| $75K | $58,451 | $57,933 | −$518 | Pennsylvania |
| $100K | $75,088 | $74,398 | −$690 | Pennsylvania |
| $150K | $107,742 | $106,707 | −$1,035 | Pennsylvania |
| $200K | $141,498 | $140,118 | −$1,380 | Pennsylvania |
Pennsylvania offers higher take-home pay at every salary level. Pennsylvania's 3.07% top rate is more favorable than Rhode Island's 5.99%. At $100K, the difference is $690/year — that’s $58/month.
However, cost of living matters. Pennsylvania has a cost index of 98 while Rhode Island is at 105. With similar costs of living, the tax difference is the main factor.