Looking for a fresh start in a new Providence neighborhood that is actually affordable? Fortunately, there are some neighborhoods that still offer affordable cost of living. Listed below are the most affordable neighborhoods in Providence for 2026, ranked by their cost of living index. The cost of living index includes various items such as: goods and services, groceries, utilities, real estate and rental rates. For reference, the national average for cost of living is 100.

Population 7,297
-11%
Cost of Living Index 97 vs 109
11% lower than Providence
Population 6,855
-7%
Cost of Living Index 101 vs 109
7% lower than Providence
Population 6,418
-7%
Cost of Living Index 101 vs 109
7% lower than Providence
Population 633
-5%
Cost of Living Index 104 vs 109
5% lower than Providence
Population 6,207
-3%
Cost of Living Index 105 vs 109
3% lower than Providence
Population 11,613
-3%
Cost of Living Index 105 vs 109
3% lower than Providence
Population 11,778
-3%
Cost of Living Index 106 vs 109
3% lower than Providence
Population 12,232
-3%
Cost of Living Index 106 vs 109
3% lower than Providence
Population 17,959
-3%
Cost of Living Index 106 vs 109
3% lower than Providence
Population 5,558
-2%
Cost of Living Index 107 vs 109
2% lower than Providence
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