Newark, New Jersey vs. Providence, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Providence, Rhode Island is 12.0% cheaper than Newark, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $44,015 in Providence, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in Newark, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Providence, Rhode Island is cheaper than Newark, New Jersey
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
9% cheaper in Providence
than in Newark, New Jersey
Newark, NJ vs. Providence, RI
Compared to Newark, Providence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.0% 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
  1.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.2% higher
  Commute
  28.6% lower
  Health
  11.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.6% higher