Providence, Rhode Island vs. Phoenix, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is 0.6% more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $100,555 in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
17% more expensive in Phoenix
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Phoenix, AZ
Compared to Providence, Phoenix is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.6% 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
  7.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.9% lower
  Commute
  5.8% higher
  Health
  6.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.4% lower