Washington, District of Columbia vs. Newport, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Newport, Rhode Island is 5.9% cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia.

You would need a salary of $70,568 in Newport, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Newport, Rhode Island is cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
29% cheaper in Newport
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs. Newport, RI
Compared to Washington, Newport is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.9% 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
  3.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.0% higher
  Commute
  32.2% lower
  Health
  8.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.8% higher