Brooklyn, New York vs. Providence, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Providence, Rhode Island is 41.5% cheaper than Brooklyn, New York.

You would need a salary of $41,086 in Providence, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in Brooklyn, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Providence, Rhode Island is cheaper than Brooklyn, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% cheaper in Providence
than in Brooklyn, New York
Brooklyn, NY vs. Providence, RI
Compared to Brooklyn, Providence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  41.5% 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
  10.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  23.8% lower
  Commute
  42.2% lower
  Health
  31.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.5% higher