Providence, Rhode Island vs. Canton, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Canton, Massachusetts is 37.5% more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $103,099 in Canton, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Canton, Massachusetts is more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
80% more expensive in Canton
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Canton, MA
Compared to Providence, Canton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.5% 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
  6.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  156.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.1% lower
  Commute
  20.2% higher
  Health
  2.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.3% lower

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