Rhode Island Marijuana Tax Revenue 2025

What is the Tax Rate for Marijuana in Rhode Island?

Rhode Island has implemented distinct tax policies for medical and recreational cannabis to ensure proper regulation and revenue generation for marijuana businesses in Rhode Island.

Recreational cannabis is subject to the following taxes:

• 7% State Sales and Use Tax
• 10% State Cannabis Excise Tax
• 3% Local Cannabis Excise Tax

Medical cannabis is subject to:

• 7% State Sales and Use Tax
• 4% Compassion Center Surcharge
• Exempt from state and local excise taxes

Both recreational and medical cannabis are exempt from the cigarette tax when rolling paper or a cone is sold with cannabis inside. These measures help balance state revenue needs with patient accessibility and support.

Source: State of Rhode Island Division of Taxation