Providence, Rhode Island vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 10.7% cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $66,952 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
27% cheaper in Albany
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Providence, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.7% 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
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.8% lower
  Commute
  21.4% lower
  Health
  33.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.6% lower