Cost of Living Calculator - Providence, Rhode Island vs Richmond, California


The cost of living in Richmond, California is 45.5% more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $72,757 in Richmond, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, California is more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% more expensive in Richmond
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs Richmond, CA
Compared to Providence, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  45.5% 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
  3.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  149.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.3% lower
  Commute
  19.6% higher
  Health
  38.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.4% lower

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