Providence, Rhode Island vs. State College, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in State College, Pennsylvania is 7.1% cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $46,439 in State College, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, State College, Pennsylvania is cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
34% cheaper in State College
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. State College, PA
Compared to Providence, State College is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.1% 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
  2.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.7% lower
  Commute
  34.8% lower
  Health
  44.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.1% lower