Providence, Rhode Island vs. Walnut Creek, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Walnut Creek, California is 83.0% more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $73,191 in Walnut Creek, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Walnut Creek, California is more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
192% more expensive in Walnut Creek
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Walnut Creek, CA
Compared to Providence, Walnut Creek is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  83.0% higher
      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
  6.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  315.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.2% lower
  Commute
  14.5% higher
  Health
  38.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.1% lower