Cost of living in Providence, Rhode Island, United States compared to The Hague, Netherlands
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| Food | + 16% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Providence, Rhode Island (United States) is 16% more expensive than in The Hague (Netherlands) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | $13 (€11) | €15 | - 29% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | $6 (€5.24) | €7 | - 25% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | $5.11 (€4.18) | €4.08 | + 3% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | $0.96 (€0.78) | €1.15 | - 32% | |
| 12 eggs, large | $4.04 (€3.30) | €2.20 | + 50% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | $5.42 (€4.43) | €2.20 | + 102% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | $7 (€6) | €5.18 | + 17% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | $3.37 (€2.75) | €1.85 | + 49% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | $1.82 (€1.49) | €1.50 | - 1% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | $4.22 (€3.45) | €1.03 | + 235% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | $14 (€11) | €5.50 | + 106% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | $1.90 (€1.55) | €2.07 | - 25% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | $2.09 (€1.71) | €1.22 | + 40% | |
| Housing | - 5% | |||
| Housing in Providence, Rhode Island (United States) is 5% cheaper than in The Hague (Netherlands) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | $1,518 (€1,241) | €1,700 | - 27% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | $1,278 (€1,045) | €1,068 | - 2% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | $213 (€174) | €129 | + 35% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | $940 (€768) | €964 | - 20% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | $707 (€578) | €725 | - 20% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | $252 (€206) | €81 | + 155% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | $46 (€38) | €21 | + 79% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | $364 (€297) | €425 | - 30% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | $105 (€86) | €150 | - 43% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | $9 (€8) | €8 | - 8% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | $16 (€13) | €13 | + 3% | |
| Clothes | - 21% | |||
| Clothes in Providence, Rhode Island (United States) is 21% cheaper than in The Hague (Netherlands) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | $50 (€41) | €60 | - 32% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | $50 (€41) | €53 | - 24% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | $89 (€73) | €72 | + 0% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | $93 (€76) | €83 | - 8% | |
| Transportation | - 33% | |||
| Transportation in Providence, Rhode Island (United States) is 33% cheaper than in The Hague (Netherlands) | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | $24,902 (€20,350) | €22,777 | - 11% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | $0.61 (€0.50) | €1.59 | - 69% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | $67 (€55) | €78 | - 29% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | $15 (€12) | €22 | - 46% | |
| Personal Care | + 15% | |||
| Personal Care in Providence, Rhode Island (United States) is 15% more expensive than in The Hague (Netherlands) | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | $6 (€5.25) | €7 | - 21% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | $8 (€7) | €12 | - 45% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | $96 (€79) | €35 | + 127% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | $6 (€5.09) | €4.08 | + 25% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | $3.18 (€2.60) | €3.30 | - 21% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | $4.90 (€4.00) | €3.57 | + 12% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | $2.50 (€2.04) | €1.66 | + 23% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | $2.01 (€1.65) | €2.25 | - 27% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | $17 (€14) | €28 | - 51% | |
| Entertainment | - 8% | |||
| Entertainment in Providence, Rhode Island (United States) is 8% cheaper than in The Hague (Netherlands) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | $45 (€37) | €43 | - 14% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | $23 (€19) | €21 | - 11% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | $170 (€139) | €103 | + 34% | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | $78 (€64) | €60 | + 6% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | $10 (€8) | €7 | + 14% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | $4.31 (€3.52) | €2.47 | + 43% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | $5.25 (€4.29) | €4.00 | + 7% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | $428 (€350) | €528 | - 34% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | $0.14 (€0.11) | €0.15 | - 25% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | $35 (€29) | €41 | - 30% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | $10 (€8) | €6 | + 25% | |
| TOTAL | - 10% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 512 prices entered by 72 different people.
These prices were last updated on April 24, 2018.
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Cost of living in Providence, Rhode Island (United States) is 10% cheaper than in The Hague (Netherlands)
For example, to keep the same standard of living that would require
€5,300
in The Hague
you would need to make just about €4,792
($5,864)
in Providence, Rhode Island.
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