Monterey, California vs. Providence, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Providence, Rhode Island is 38.2% cheaper than Monterey, California.

You would need a salary of $30,903 in Providence, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in Monterey, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Providence, Rhode Island is cheaper than Monterey, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% cheaper in Providence
than in Monterey, California
Monterey, CA vs. Providence, RI
Compared to Monterey, Providence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  38.2% 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
  4.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  73.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  32.6% higher
  Commute
  21.0% higher
  Health
  39.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.1% higher