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


The cost of living in Providence, Rhode Island is 50.3% cheaper than San Rafael, California.

You would need a salary of $37,293 in Providence, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in San Rafael, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Providence, Rhode Island is cheaper than San Rafael, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% cheaper in Providence
than in San Rafael, California
San Rafael, CA vs Providence, RI
Compared to San Rafael, Providence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  50.3% 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
  7.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  79.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.7% higher
  Commute
  6.1% lower
  Health
  20.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.1% higher

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