Providence, Rhode Island vs. Seattle, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is 55.2% more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $147,465 in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
134% more expensive in Seattle
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to Providence, Seattle is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  55.2% 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
  3.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  239.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  40.4% lower
  Commute
  23.4% higher
  Health
  1.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.5% lower