Fairfax, Virginia vs. Providence, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Providence, Rhode Island is 27.1% cheaper than Fairfax, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $72,942 in Providence, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairfax, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Providence, Rhode Island is cheaper than Fairfax, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% cheaper in Providence
than in Fairfax, Virginia
Fairfax, VA vs. Providence, RI
Compared to Fairfax, Providence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.1% 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
  7.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.6% higher
  Commute
  12.7% lower
  Health
  15.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.1% higher