Providence, Rhode Island vs. Charlotte, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Charlotte, North Carolina is 7.8% cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $36,892 in Charlotte, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charlotte, North Carolina is cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island
• Miscellaneous is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Miscellaneous
20% cheaper in Charlotte
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Charlotte, NC
Compared to Providence, Charlotte is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.8% 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
  5.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.9% lower
  Commute
  12.3% lower
  Health
  8.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.9% lower