State-to-State Guide

Moving from Delaware to Rhode Island

Compare cost of living, taxes, housing, and find the best moving companies for your Delaware to Rhode Island move.

Quick Comparison

Leaving Delaware

Population990K
State Income Tax2.2%-6.6%
Avg Home Price$350,000
Avg Rent$1,300/mo
Property Tax Rate0.57%
DESTINATION

Moving to Rhode Island

Population1.1M
State Income Tax3.75%-5.99%
Avg Home Price$395,000
Avg Rent$1,450/mo
Property Tax Rate1.63%

Why Are People Moving from Delaware to Rhode Island?

The migration corridor between Delaware and Rhode Island is a popular interstate move. Thousands of households explore this route every year.

Cost of Living: Both states have a comparable cost of living.

Climate & Weather: Both states have similar summer temperatures. Winters in Rhode Island average 30°F, compared to 35°F in Delaware.

Jobs & Industry: Rhode Island's key industries include Healthcare, Education, Defense, which attract professionals from Delaware's Finance and Chemicals sectors.

Popular City-to-City Routes

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Cities in Delaware

Dover
Newark
Wilmington

Cities in Rhode Island

Cranston
Pawtucket
Providence
Warwick

Estimated Moving Cost

Based on the average distance of 1000 miles between Delaware and Rhode Island:

Studio / 1 BR
$1,300
3–4 BR Home
$3,200

Estimates based on typical full-service interstate moves. Actual costs vary.

DelawareRhode Island Transition Checklist

Driver's License

You must obtain a Rhode Island driver's license within 30 days of establishing residency.

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in Rhode Island within 30 days.

Voter Registration

Update your voter registration to Rhode Island after establishing residency. You can typically register at your local DMV or online.

Vehicle Inspection

Rhode Island vehicle inspection requirement: Required every 2 years.

Things to Know About Rhode Island

  • Smallest state but has over 400 miles of coastline
  • Vehicle safety inspections required every 2 years
  • No sales tax on clothing under $250

What's Different: Delaware vs Rhode Island

Taxes

Delaware Income Tax:2.2%-6.6%
Rhode Island Income Tax:3.75%-5.99%
Delaware Property Tax:0.57%
Rhode Island Property Tax:1.63%

Weather

Delaware Summer Avg:85°F
Rhode Island Summer Avg:80°F
Delaware Winter Avg:35°F
Rhode Island Winter Avg:30°F

Cost of Living

Delaware COL Index:105
Rhode Island COL Index:112
Delaware Avg Home Price:$350,000
Rhode Island Avg Home Price:$395,000
Delaware Avg Rent:$1,300/mo
Rhode Island Avg Rent:$1,450/mo

Ready to make the move to Rhode Island?

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