Does Rhode Island Tax Military Retirement Pay?

The rule

For tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2023, military service pensions are fully exempt from Rhode Island income tax, with no age or income limits.

Source: https://tax.ri.gov/sites/g/files/xkgbur541/files/2024-03/PUB_2024-01_retirement_income_guide.pdf · verified July 2026

What it means for your pension

Estimated Rhode Island state income tax on your military retirement, using the top marginal rate on the taxable portion (an upper bound; your effective rate is usually lower).