Wasilla, Alaska vs. Providence, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Providence, Rhode Island is 3.8% cheaper than Wasilla, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $96,174 in Providence, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in Wasilla, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Providence, Rhode Island is cheaper than Wasilla, Alaska
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
31% cheaper in Providence
than in Wasilla, Alaska
Wasilla, AK vs. Providence, RI
Compared to Wasilla, Providence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.8% 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
  22.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.6% lower
  Commute
  8.2% lower
  Health
  31.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.4% higher