Providence, Rhode Island vs. Cape May, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Cape May, New Jersey is 12.2% more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $56,105 in Cape May, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Cape May, New Jersey is more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
87% more expensive in Cape May
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Cape May, NJ
Compared to Providence, Cape May is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.2% 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
  2.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  194.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.8% lower
  Commute
  18.9% lower
  Health
  11.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.3% lower