Providence, Rhode Island vs. Central, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Central, South Carolina is 23.2% cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $38,390 in Central, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Central, South Carolina is cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Central
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Central, SC
Compared to Providence, Central is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.2% 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
  8.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.0% lower
  Commute
  29.5% lower
  Health
  25.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.9% lower