Schenectady, New York vs. Providence, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Providence, Rhode Island is 16.2% more expensive than Schenectady, New York.

You would need a salary of $69,742 in Providence, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in Schenectady, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Providence, Rhode Island is more expensive than Schenectady, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% more expensive in Providence
than in Schenectady, New York
Schenectady, NY vs. Providence, RI
Compared to Schenectady, Providence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.2% 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
  5.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  67.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.0% higher
  Commute
  32.8% higher
  Health
  24.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.3% higher