Cost of Living Calculator - Providence, Rhode Island vs Lihue, Hawaii


The cost of living in Lihue, Hawaii is 34.9% more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $188,825 in Lihue, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lihue, Hawaii is more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
130% more expensive in Lihue
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs Lihue, HI
Compared to Providence, Lihue is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.9% 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
  57.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  149.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  72.0% higher
  Commute
  20.6% lower
  Health
  13.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.2% lower

The premier source for comprehensive city data for over 30 years.

© Best Places. All rights reserved.