Rockland, Maine vs. Providence, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Providence, Rhode Island is 32.6% more expensive than Rockland, Maine.

You would need a salary of $66,319 in Providence, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Providence, Rhode Island is more expensive than Rockland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
18% more expensive in Providence
than in Rockland, Maine
Rockland, ME vs. Providence, RI
Compared to Rockland, Providence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.6% 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
  0.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.8% higher
  Commute
  95.1% higher
  Health
  7.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  26.5% higher