Providence, Rhode Island vs. Wichita, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Wichita, Kansas is 24.5% cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $43,404 in Wichita, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Wichita, Kansas is cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Wichita
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Wichita, KS
Compared to Providence, Wichita is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.5% 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
  9.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.4% lower
  Commute
  27.8% lower
  Health
  17.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.6% lower