South Bend, Indiana vs. Providence, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Providence, Rhode Island is 44.1% more expensive than South Bend, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $47,564 in Providence, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in South Bend, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Providence, Rhode Island is more expensive than South Bend, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
116% more expensive in Providence
than in South Bend, Indiana
South Bend, IN vs. Providence, RI
Compared to South Bend, Providence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  44.1% 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
  17.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  209.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  28.9% higher
  Commute
  44.3% higher
  Health
  6.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  35.2% higher