Providence, Rhode Island vs. Newport, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Newport, Rhode Island is 31.1% more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $65,541 in Newport, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Newport, Rhode Island is more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
108% more expensive in Newport
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Newport, RI
Compared to Providence, Newport is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.1% 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
  4.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  128.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.7% lower
  Commute
  17.6% lower
  Health
  0.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.9% lower