Providence, Rhode Island vs. Atlanta, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Atlanta, Georgia is 1.2% more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $70,842 in Atlanta, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Atlanta, Georgia is more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
3% more expensive in Atlanta
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Atlanta, GA
Compared to Providence, Atlanta is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.2% 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
  6.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.3% lower
  Commute
  10.1% higher
  Health
  13.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.6% lower