Cost of Living Calculator - Providence, Rhode Island vs Iowa City, Iowa


The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 19.3% cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $60,500 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
24% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs Iowa City, IA
Compared to Providence, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.3% 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
  5.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.7% lower
  Commute
  38.5% lower
  Health
  19.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.6% lower

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