Providence, Rhode Island vs. Ketchikan, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ketchikan, Alaska is 5.2% cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $47,410 in Ketchikan, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ketchikan, Alaska is cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
38% cheaper in Ketchikan
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Ketchikan, AK
Compared to Providence, Ketchikan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.2% 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
  51.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.7% lower
  Commute
  38.4% lower
  Health
  45.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.9% lower