11 Worst US States for High Taxes

7) Rhode Island

For such a small state, Rhode Island has a surprisingly large tax burden for its residents. Individual income tax, though not the highest among the states on this list, is still substantial, at 3.75%-5.99%. The sales tax you will pay on items and certain services here is a somewhat hefty 7%. What really supports this state’s place on this list, however, is its expensive property taxes. Per capita, the cost of property tax is $2,282. The money from this tax goes towards schools, police and fire departments, and other municipal needs. Rhode Island is rich in these beneficial resources, but is unfortunately also saddled with high costs as a result. The unemployment insurance tax you can expect to pay may also be high. This tax can range from 1.90% all the way up to 9.79%.