Providence, Rhode Island vs. Traverse City, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Traverse City, Michigan is 10.4% cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $58,265 in Traverse City, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Traverse City, Michigan is cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
30% cheaper in Traverse City
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Traverse City, MI
Compared to Providence, Traverse City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.4% 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
  7.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  27.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.1% lower
  Commute
  30.3% lower
  Health
  5.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.6% lower