Boston, Massachusetts vs. Providence, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Providence, Rhode Island is 29.5% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $44,396 in Providence, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Providence, Rhode Island is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% cheaper in Providence
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Providence, RI
Compared to Boston, Providence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  65.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.1% lower
  Commute
  15.5% lower
  Health
  2.7% lower
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  Personal
  2.6% lower
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