Providence, Rhode Island vs. Sioux City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sioux City, Iowa is 30.8% cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $89,954 in Sioux City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sioux City, Iowa is cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% cheaper in Sioux City
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Sioux City, IA
Compared to Providence, Sioux City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.8% lower
      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
  10.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  45.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.1% lower
  Commute
  39.2% lower
  Health
  15.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.6% lower