Providence, Rhode Island vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 11.1% cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $17,780 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
6% cheaper in Richmond
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Providence, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.1% lower
      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
  6.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.4% lower
  Commute
  25.0% lower
  Health
  13.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.1% lower