Providence, Rhode Island vs. Kansas City, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kansas City, Missouri is 18.7% cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $26,833 in Kansas City, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kansas City, Missouri is cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% cheaper in Kansas City
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Kansas City, MO
Compared to Providence, Kansas City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.7% 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
  7.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  30.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.2% lower
  Commute
  20.4% lower
  Health
  17.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.6% lower