Providence, Rhode Island vs. Burlington, Vermont

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Burlington, Vermont is 3.9% more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $59,215 in Burlington, Vermont to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Burlington, Vermont is more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% more expensive in Burlington
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Burlington, VT
Compared to Providence, Burlington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.9% 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
  6.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  48.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.7% lower
  Commute
  28.9% lower
  Health
  48.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.3% lower