Seattle, Washington vs. Providence, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Providence, Rhode Island is 35.6% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $16,105 in Providence, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Providence, Rhode Island is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% cheaper in Providence
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Providence, RI
Compared to Seattle, Providence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.6% 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
  3.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  70.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  67.9% higher
  Commute
  19.0% lower
  Health
  1.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.7% higher