2025 affordability guide — compare housing costs, rental prices, and living expenses across 7 cities in Rhode Island.
Average median home value across Rhode Island cities.
Rental data covers median monthly rent for tracked cities in Rhode Island.
COL index 107.9 vs. national average of 100. Expect higher living costs than the national average.
Quick look at the cost extremes across Rhode Island.
Sorted from most expensive to most affordable. Click any city for a detailed breakdown with housing, rental, and income data.
| # | City | COL Index | Affordability | Median Home | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kingston CDP | 117.1 | Expensive | $493,500 | N/A |
| 2 | Wakefield-Peace Dale CDP | 114.9 | Expensive | $464,400 | N/A |
| 3 | Greene CDP | 106.9 | Moderate | $358,200 | N/A |
| 4 | Pascoag CDP | 105.2 | Moderate | $335,400 | N/A |
| 5 | Providence | 102.8 | Moderate | N/A | N/A |
| 6 | Woonsocket | 100.1 | Moderate | $268,000 | N/A |
Complete directory of every tracked city and town. Filter or scroll to find yours.
States like Mississippi, Oklahoma, and Kansas typically have lower costs of living compared to coastal states.
RPP (Regional Price Parity) measures the price level for all items. COL Index combines RPP, housing, and rental data for a comprehensive comparison.
Data: BEA Regional Price Parities, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, HUD Fair Market Rents. Our Methodology · Data Sources