Providence, Rhode Island vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 11.7% cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $60,074 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% cheaper in Houston
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Providence, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.7% 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
  6.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.5% lower
  Commute
  6.8% higher
  Health
  8.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.1% lower