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Overall prices in the New York, NY metro were 112.6 vs 101.8 in Providence, RI in 2024 (US = 100), so New York is 10.6% more expensive than Providence; housing rents differ by 43% (148.6 vs 103.9). A $75,000 income in New York buys about what $67,811 buys in Providence, per BEA.
Data as of 2024. Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024
| Price index (US = 100) | New York | Providence | New York vs Providence |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items | 112.6 | 101.8 | +10.6% |
| Goods | 110.3 | 97.1 | +13.5% |
| Housing (rents) | 148.6 | 103.9 | +43.1% |
| Utilities | 127.0 | 148.8 | -14.6% |
| Other services | 105.8 | 102.3 | +3.5% |
| All items, 2008 | 113.5 | 103.7 | +9.5% |
| $50,000 in New York equals in Providence | $45,207 | ||
| $100,000 in New York equals in Providence | $90,414 | ||
| $150,000 in New York equals in Providence | $135,621 |
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Last updated 2026-10-16. Data only, not financial or tax advice.