Johnston, Rhode Island vs. Brea, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Brea, California is 55.8% more expensive than Johnston, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $116,828 in Brea, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Johnston, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Brea, California is more expensive than Johnston, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
172% more expensive in Brea
than in Johnston, Rhode Island
Johnston, RI vs. Brea, CA
Compared to Johnston, Brea is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  55.8% 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
  1.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  189.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.6% lower
  Commute
  19.6% higher
  Health
  7.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.4% lower