Providence, Rhode Island vs. Sarasota, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sarasota, Florida is 4.8% cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $47,595 in Sarasota, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sarasota, Florida is cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
31% cheaper in Sarasota
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Sarasota, FL
Compared to Providence, Sarasota is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.8% 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
  1.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.4% lower
  Commute
  18.4% lower
  Health
  16.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.6% lower