Dedham, Massachusetts vs. Providence, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Providence, Rhode Island is 25.3% cheaper than Dedham, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $37,327 in Providence, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in Dedham, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Providence, Rhode Island is cheaper than Dedham, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% cheaper in Providence
than in Dedham, Massachusetts
Dedham, MA vs. Providence, RI
Compared to Dedham, Providence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.3% 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
  4.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.2% lower
  Commute
  12.3% lower
  Health
  2.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.8% higher