Rochester, New York vs. Providence, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Providence, Rhode Island is 29.9% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $105,242 in Providence, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Providence, Rhode Island is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
167% more expensive in Providence
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Providence, RI
Compared to Rochester, Providence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.9% 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
  7.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  180.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.9% higher
  Commute
  23.0% higher
  Health
  18.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.7% higher