Newport News, Virginia vs. Providence, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Providence, Rhode Island is 18.4% more expensive than Newport News, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $100,641 in Providence, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in Newport News, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Providence, Rhode Island is more expensive than Newport News, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% more expensive in Providence
than in Newport News, Virginia
Newport News, VA vs. Providence, RI
Compared to Newport News, Providence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.4% 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
  8.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.5% higher
  Commute
  14.8% higher
  Health
  14.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  25.3% higher