Providence, Rhode Island vs. Ashland, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ashland, Virginia is 6.4% cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $70,213 in Ashland, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ashland, Virginia is cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
29% cheaper in Ashland
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Ashland, VA
Compared to Providence, Ashland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.4% lower
      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
  5.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.2% lower
  Commute
  29.2% lower
  Health
  12.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.5% lower