Cost of Living Calculator - North Providence, Rhode Island vs Palo Alto, California


The cost of living in Palo Alto, California is 296.3% more expensive than North Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $297,320 in Palo Alto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in North Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palo Alto, California is more expensive than North Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
823% more expensive in Palo Alto
than in North Providence, Rhode Island
North Providence, RI vs Palo Alto, CA
Compared to North Providence, Palo Alto is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  296.3% 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
  18.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,175.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  23.8% lower
  Commute
  28.9% higher
  Health
  23.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.0% lower

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