Providence, Rhode Island vs. Palo Alto, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palo Alto, California is 300.4% more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $354,327 in Palo Alto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palo Alto, California is more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
785% more expensive in Palo Alto
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Palo Alto, CA
Compared to Providence, Palo Alto is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  300.4% 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
  18.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,301.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.2% lower
  Commute
  26.2% higher
  Health
  23.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.8% lower