salaryAkron is 9% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Providence to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,129
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,068
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$51,850
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$122,000
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.4
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,950
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$97
$126
👥 People living there
189,247
191,767
Commute to work
22.2 min
25 min
College degree
23.6%
34.6%
Own their home
50.7%
41.4%
Below poverty line
23.3%
20.7%
Unemployment
7.8%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Akron for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Providence for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Akron | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,070 | $78,990 | +27% in Providence |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $101,040 | $128,580 | +27% in Providence |
| Market Research Analyst | $66,000 | $83,960 | +27% in Providence |
| Plumber | $63,450 | $79,820 | +26% in Providence |
| Software Developer | $105,430 | $130,690 | +24% in Providence |
| Registered Nurse | $80,770 | $99,880 | +24% in Providence |
| Accountant | $78,540 | $95,020 | +21% in Providence |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,250 | $46,330 | +18% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Akron or Providence cheaper to live in?
Akron is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,129 a month there versus $1,964 in Providence.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Akron?
About $65,400 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Akron or Providence?
The typical household earns $51,850 in Akron and $73,466 in Providence, 29% more in Providence.