Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
11% cheaper
Spokane is 11% more affordable than Providence. A $75,000 salary in Providence is equivalent to $66,818 in Spokane.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
See exact take-home pay: Rhode Island salaries · Washington salaries
Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Providence has a housing index of 118 while Spokane sits at 94 (national average = 100). The median home in Providence costs $310,000 compared to $310,000 in Spokane, a difference of $0. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,500 in Providence versus $1,200 in Spokane.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Providence scores 105 while Spokane scores 99. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Providence (112) are higher than Spokane (102).
Median household income in Providence is $47,012 compared to $48,834 in Spokane. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Spokane.
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