Richmond, Virginia vs. Providence, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Providence, Rhode Island is 12.5% more expensive than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $371,205 in Providence, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Providence, Rhode Island is more expensive than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
7% more expensive in Providence
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Providence, RI
Compared to Richmond, Providence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.5% 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
  7.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.8% higher
  Commute
  33.4% higher
  Health
  12.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.3% higher