Houston, Texas vs. Providence, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Providence, Rhode Island is 13.2% more expensive than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $84,895 in Providence, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Providence, Rhode Island is more expensive than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% more expensive in Providence
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Providence, RI
Compared to Houston, Providence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.2% 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
  7.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.7% higher
  Commute
  6.4% lower
  Health
  8.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  25.2% higher