Albany, New York vs. Providence, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Providence, Rhode Island is 12.0% more expensive than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $112,021 in Providence, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Providence, Rhode Island is more expensive than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% more expensive in Providence
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Providence, RI
Compared to Albany, Providence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.0% 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
  4.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.0% higher
  Commute
  27.2% higher
  Health
  25.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.1% higher