Dayton, Ohio vs. Providence, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Providence, Rhode Island is 52.0% more expensive than Dayton, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $76,020 in Providence, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in Dayton, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Providence, Rhode Island is more expensive than Dayton, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
235% more expensive in Providence
than in Dayton, Ohio
Dayton, OH vs. Providence, RI
Compared to Dayton, Providence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  52.0% higher
      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
  12.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  315.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.0% higher
  Commute
  37.4% higher
  Health
  3.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.7% higher