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PROVIDENCE vs. STATE COLLEGE
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Providence, Rhode Island vs. State College, Pennsylvania
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in State College, Pennsylvania is
7.1%
cheaper
than Providence, Rhode Island.
You would need a salary of
$69,658
in State College, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, State College, Pennsylvania is
cheaper
than Providence, Rhode Island
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
34% cheaper in State College
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. State College, PA
Compared to Providence, State College is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
7.1% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
56.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
21.7% lower
Commute
34.8% lower
Health
44.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
21.1% lower
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