San Diego, California vs. Providence, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Providence, Rhode Island is 32.6% cheaper than San Diego, California.

You would need a salary of $42,458 in Providence, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in San Diego, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Providence, Rhode Island is cheaper than San Diego, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% cheaper in Providence
than in San Diego, California
San Diego, CA vs. Providence, RI
Compared to San Diego, Providence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.6% 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
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  67.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.4% higher
  Commute
  7.3% lower
  Health
  1.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.0% higher