Walnut Creek, California vs. Providence, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Providence, Rhode Island is 45.3% cheaper than Walnut Creek, California.

You would need a salary of $40,988 in Providence, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in Walnut Creek, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Providence, Rhode Island is cheaper than Walnut Creek, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% cheaper in Providence
than in Walnut Creek, California
Walnut Creek, CA vs. Providence, RI
Compared to Walnut Creek, Providence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  45.3% 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
  6.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  75.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.6% higher
  Commute
  12.6% lower
  Health
  27.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.8% higher