Sharon, Massachusetts vs. Providence, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Providence, Rhode Island is 29.2% cheaper than Sharon, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $88,491 in Providence, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in Sharon, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Providence, Rhode Island is cheaper than Sharon, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Providence
than in Sharon, Massachusetts
Sharon, MA vs. Providence, RI
Compared to Sharon, Providence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.2% 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
  5.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.2% higher
  Commute
  20.3% lower
  Health
  2.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.3% higher