Providence, Rhode Island vs. Springfield, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Springfield, Illinois is 30.2% cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $34,875 in Springfield, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Springfield, Illinois is cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% cheaper in Springfield
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Springfield, IL
Compared to Providence, Springfield is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.2% 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
  10.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.2% lower
  Commute
  37.2% lower
  Health
  28.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  26.6% lower