Alexandria, Virginia vs. Providence, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Providence, Rhode Island is 23.0% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $77,049 in Providence, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Providence, Rhode Island is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% cheaper in Providence
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Providence, RI
Compared to Alexandria, Providence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.0% 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
  6.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.7% higher
  Commute
  13.5% lower
  Health
  14.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.2% higher