Providence, Rhode Island vs. Charleston, West Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Charleston, West Virginia is 25.2% cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $49,475 in Charleston, West Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charleston, West Virginia is cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% cheaper in Charleston
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Charleston, WV
Compared to Providence, Charleston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.2% 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
  5.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  25.2% lower
  Commute
  21.9% lower
  Health
  55.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  27.1% lower