Providence, Rhode Island vs. Des Moines, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Des Moines, Iowa is 27.2% cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $83,723 in Des Moines, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Des Moines, Iowa is cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% cheaper in Des Moines
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Des Moines, IA
Compared to Providence, Des Moines is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.2% 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
  8.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.4% lower
  Commute
  32.9% lower
  Health
  17.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  28.2% lower