Providence, Rhode Island vs. Manhattan, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Manhattan, New York is 104.8% more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $143,367 in Manhattan, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Manhattan, New York is more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
233% more expensive in Manhattan
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Manhattan, NY
Compared to Providence, Manhattan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  104.8% 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
  14.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  471.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  30.1% higher
  Commute
  44.5% higher
  Health
  43.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.9% higher