Providence, Rhode Island vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 19.7% more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $59,852 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% more expensive in Austin
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Providence, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.7% 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
  8.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  75.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.2% lower
  Commute
  1.3% lower
  Health
  16.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.1% lower