Providence, Rhode Island vs. Stony Brook, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Stony Brook, New York is 27.7% more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $85,532 in Stony Brook, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Stony Brook, New York is more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% more expensive in Stony Brook
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Stony Brook, NY
Compared to Providence, Stony Brook is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.7% 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
  1.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  118.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.6% higher
  Commute
  4.8% lower
  Health
  43.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.8% lower