Providence, Rhode Island vs. Los Angeles, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Los Angeles, California is 63.0% more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $27,710 in Los Angeles, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Los Angeles, California is more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
160% more expensive in Los Angeles
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Los Angeles, CA
Compared to Providence, Los Angeles is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  63.0% 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
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  227.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.9% lower
  Commute
  48.4% higher
  Health
  3.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.9% lower