Richmond, Rhode Island vs. Sarasota, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sarasota, Florida is 10.0% cheaper than Richmond, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $45,013 in Sarasota, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sarasota, Florida is cheaper than Richmond, Rhode Island
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
35% cheaper in Sarasota
than in Richmond, Rhode Island
Richmond, RI vs. Sarasota, FL
Compared to Richmond, Sarasota is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.0% 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
  0.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.9% lower
  Commute
  16.3% lower
  Health
  17.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.7% lower