Topeka, Kansas vs. Providence, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Providence, Rhode Island is 37.2% more expensive than Topeka, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $68,591 in Providence, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in Topeka, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Providence, Rhode Island is more expensive than Topeka, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
106% more expensive in Providence
than in Topeka, Kansas
Topeka, KS vs. Providence, RI
Compared to Topeka, Providence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.2% 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
  12.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  88.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.0% higher
  Commute
  50.7% higher
  Health
  19.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  25.3% higher