North Providence, Rhode Island vs. Alexandria, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alexandria, Virginia is 28.5% more expensive than North Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $64,240 in Alexandria, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in North Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alexandria, Virginia is more expensive than North Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% more expensive in Alexandria
than in North Providence, Rhode Island
North Providence, RI vs. Alexandria, VA
Compared to North Providence, Alexandria is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.5% 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
  7.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  134.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.5% lower
  Commute
  18.1% higher
  Health
  16.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.6% lower