Boston, Massachusetts vs. Newport, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Newport, Rhode Island is 7.6% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $52,653 in Newport, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Newport, Rhode Island is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
20% cheaper in Newport
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Newport, RI
Compared to Boston, Newport is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.6% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.8% lower
  Commute
  30.3% lower
  Health
  2.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.2% lower