Seattle, Washington vs. Richmond, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Rhode Island is 31.9% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $34,058 in Richmond, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Rhode Island is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
47% cheaper in Richmond
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Richmond, RI
Compared to Seattle, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.9% 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
  1.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  64.7% higher
  Commute
  21.0% lower
  Health
  2.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.9% lower