Providence, Rhode Island vs. Santa Cruz, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is 88.3% more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $310,615 in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
262% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Providence, Santa Cruz is:
  Homeowner
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  88.3% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  332.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  19.0% lower
  Commute
  0.8% lower
  Health
  25.1% higher
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  Personal
  16.9% lower
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