Cost of Living Calculator - San Jose, California vs Providence, Rhode Island


The cost of living in Providence, Rhode Island is 49.7% cheaper than San Jose, California.

You would need a salary of $25,140 in Providence, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Providence, Rhode Island is cheaper than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% cheaper in Providence
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs Providence, RI
Compared to San Jose, Providence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  49.7% 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
  7.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  79.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.3% higher
  Commute
  26.2% lower
  Health
  18.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.9% higher

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