Providence, Rhode Island vs. Virginia Beach, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Virginia Beach, Virginia is 4.4% cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $86,004 in Virginia Beach, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Virginia Beach, Virginia is cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island
• Miscellaneous is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Miscellaneous
18% cheaper in Virginia Beach
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Virginia Beach, VA
Compared to Providence, Virginia Beach is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.4% 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
  4.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  27.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.9% lower
  Commute
  12.0% lower
  Health
  20.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.7% lower