Providence, Rhode Island vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 2.9% cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $291,397 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% cheaper in Philadelphia
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Providence, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  27.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.8% lower
  Commute
  27.4% higher
  Health
  17.0% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  10.7% lower
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