Johnston, Rhode Island vs. Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is 21.8% cheaper than Johnston, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $58,657 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Johnston, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Milwaukee, Wisconsin is cheaper than Johnston, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
47% cheaper in Milwaukee
than in Johnston, Rhode Island
Johnston, RI vs. Milwaukee, WI
Compared to Johnston, Milwaukee is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.8% 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
  11.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.4% lower
  Commute
  2.7% lower
  Health
  6.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.6% lower