Providence, Rhode Island vs. New York, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in New York, New York is 56.0% more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $123,214 in New York, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New York, 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
93% more expensive in New York
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. New York, NY
Compared to Providence, New York is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  56.0% 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
  10.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  223.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  30.3% higher
  Commute
  62.6% higher
  Health
  46.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.6% lower