Cumberland, RI Cost of Living


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Cumberland cost of living score
108.8
More expensive
8.8% higher
than the US average
3.3% lower
than the Rhode Island average
Cumberland, Rhode Island gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 108.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 8.8% higher than the U.S. average and 3.3% higher than the average for Rhode Island.

Cumberland, RI

Housing costs in Cumberland?
A typical home costs $437,800, which is 29.5% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 9.1% more expensive than the average Rhode Island home, at $401,200. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Cumberland costs $1,390 per month, which is 2.8% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 2.9% cheaper than the state average of $1,430.

Can I afford Cumberland?
To live comfortably in Cumberland, Rhode Island, a minimum annual income of $83,880 for a family, and $46,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Cumberland?
Cumberland, RI is an excellent place for those looking to save on costs. The cost of living in this small town is very affordable, with the median home price being just over $200,000 and the overall cost of living significantly lower than many other cities in the area. While gas prices may be a bit higher than some neighboring towns, it is still reasonable and falls below the national average. Additionally, property taxes are relatively low as well. Furthermore, Cumberland has a variety of great restaurants, stores and activities that offer competitive pricing. All-in-all, Cumberland offers an excellent quality of life at an affordable cost.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesCumberlandRhode IslandUnited States
  108.8112.5100.0
  106.5106.5100
  87.385.5100.0
  130.6128.8100.0
  $437,800$401,200$338,100
  116.5%115.9%100.0%
  108.3106.1100.0
  109.7113.2100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 13 years ago

Nice place but good jobs are scarce in Rhode Island. Being in the northeast and suffering through the cold is not good  More

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Over 13 years ago

Thanks for your web site. I find it interesting and useful. I have lived in Cumberland foe 20 years and really like it. I guess I would like many places in the US as  More

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Over 15 years ago

I grew up in Cumberland and loved it. It is a great place to raise kids.   More

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