Providence, Rhode Island vs. Montecito, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Montecito, California is 349.7% more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $224,838 in Montecito, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Montecito, California is more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1061% more expensive in Montecito
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Montecito, CA
Compared to Providence, Montecito is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  349.7% 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
  14.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,389.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.3% lower
  Commute
  9.5% lower
  Health
  29.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.2% lower