Powerball Payout Calculator Rhode Island
Rhode Island taxes lottery winnings at 5.99% on top of federal tax. Rhode Island's top income tax rate of 5.99% is withheld from large lottery prizes. (as of Jan 2026)
Calculate your exact Rhode Island payout →Example: what a jackpot is worth in Rhode Island
After-tax estimates using 5.99% state tax, the 2026 federal brackets (24% withheld up front, 37% top rate), and a lump sum cash value of 47% of the advertised jackpot.
| Advertised jackpot | Lump sum net | Annuity net (30-yr total) | First annuity payment (net) |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100M | $26,838,743 | $58,331,282 | $902,125 |
| $500M | $134,017,543 | $286,371,282 | $4,334,454 |
| $1B | $267,991,043 | $571,421,282 | $8,624,866 |
How Rhode Island compares
Eleven jurisdictions take no state tax on lottery wins (including Texas, Florida, and California). Among states that do tax, rates run from 2.5% (North Dakota, Arizona) to 10.9% (New York). See the full 51-state comparison table or read lump sum vs annuity: which to take.
Rhode Island lottery tax FAQ
How much tax does Rhode Island take from lottery winnings?
Rhode Island's top income tax rate of 5.99% is withheld from large lottery prizes.
What would I actually take home from a $500 million jackpot in Rhode Island?
Taking the lump sum (cash value about 47% of the jackpot), you would clear roughly $134,017,543 after federal and state taxes. Taking the 30-year annuity, the after-tax total is roughly $286,371,282, paid in 30 growing installments.
Is the federal tax the same in Rhode Island as everywhere else?
Yes. Federal treatment is identical nationwide: 24% is withheld on prizes over $5,000, and jackpot-size winnings reach the 37% top bracket (income above $640,600 for a single filer in 2026), so the remainder is due when you file.
Do I pay Rhode Island tax if I bought the ticket somewhere else?
State withholding follows the state of purchase. If you live in Rhode Island but bought the winning ticket in another state, that state withholds first — Rhode Island then taxes you as a resident with a credit for tax paid there (rules vary; confirm with a tax professional).