Providence, Rhode Island vs. Jersey City, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jersey City, New Jersey is 33.6% more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $333,950 in Jersey City, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jersey City, New Jersey is more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% more expensive in Jersey City
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Jersey City, NJ
Compared to Providence, Jersey City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.6% 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
  2.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  130.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.1% lower
  Commute
  38.0% higher
  Health
  14.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.4% lower