Oelwein, Iowa vs. Providence, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Providence, Rhode Island is 59.0% more expensive than Oelwein, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $79,485 in Providence, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in Oelwein, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Providence, Rhode Island is more expensive than Oelwein, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
313% more expensive in Providence
than in Oelwein, Iowa
Oelwein, IA vs. Providence, RI
Compared to Oelwein, Providence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  59.0% 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
  14.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  234.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.5% higher
  Commute
  78.2% higher
  Health
  22.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  27.2% higher