Palo Alto, California vs. Providence, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Providence, Rhode Island is 75.0% cheaper than Palo Alto, California.

You would need a salary of $12,488 in Providence, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in Palo Alto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Providence, Rhode Island is cheaper than Palo Alto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
88% cheaper in Providence
than in Palo Alto, California
Palo Alto, CA vs. Providence, RI
Compared to Palo Alto, Providence is:
  Homeowner
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  75.0% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  15.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  92.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  28.5% higher
  Commute
  20.8% lower
  Health
  18.9% lower
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  Personal
  18.7% higher
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