Cost of Living in Kent County, RI

Modeled annual cost: $51,029.

Median family income: $114,721.

Affordability Snapshot

RI County Median

$54,254

State Rank

4thMost expensive counties in RI out of 5See Rhode Island county rankings

Median Income

$114,721

Location Type

Metro

Biggest category:

Housing is the biggest expense in Kent County, RI.

$14,602 per year.

Cost breakdown

Total

$51,029

Per year

  • Housing:$14,602
  • Transport:$12,212
  • Taxes:$9,531
  • Other Costs:$5,877
  • Healthcare:$4,480
  • Food:$4,327
  • Childcare:$0

* Percentages may not add up to 100% due to rounding.

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