Indianapolis, Indiana vs. Providence, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Providence, Rhode Island is 27.3% more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $63,663 in Providence, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Providence, Rhode Island is more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% more expensive in Providence
than in Indianapolis, Indiana
Indianapolis, IN vs. Providence, RI
Compared to Indianapolis, Providence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.3% 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
  12.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  28.0% higher
  Commute
  22.7% higher
  Health
  13.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  27.0% higher