Providence, Rhode Island vs. Tampa, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tampa, Florida is 4.1% cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $43,168 in Tampa, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tampa, Florida is cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
32% cheaper in Tampa
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Tampa, FL
Compared to Providence, Tampa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.1% 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
  0.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.6% lower
  Commute
  0.6% higher
  Health
  14.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.4% lower