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Boston, Massachusetts - Providence, Rhode Island

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A salary of $100,000 in Boston, Massachusetts could decrease to $75,874 in Providence, Rhode Island

Boston U.S. Avg. Providence

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Cost of Living IndexesBostonProvidence
Overall149113
Food117112
Housing21190
Utilities130130
Transportation108103
Health123114
Miscellaneous135134
100=national average

Providence is 24% cheaper than Boston.

Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Housing is 57% cheaper in Providence.


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