salaryAmarillo is 11% 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
$1,219
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$126
👥 People living there
201,885
191,767
Commute to work
19.6 min
25 min
College degree
26.6%
34.6%
Own their home
59.7%
41.4%
Below poverty line
15.8%
20.7%
Unemployment
3.4%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Providence for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,710 | $35,750 | +57% in Providence |
| Plumber | $55,970 | $79,820 | +43% in Providence |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,170 | $86,720 | +42% in Providence |
| Market Research Analyst | $61,380 | $83,960 | +37% in Providence |
| Firefighter | $48,420 | $66,150 | +37% in Providence |
| Electrician | $54,360 | $73,980 | +36% in Providence |
| HVAC Technician | $49,840 | $67,380 | +35% in Providence |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $97,620 | $128,580 | +32% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Providence cheaper to live in?
Amarillo is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,219 a month there versus $1,964 in Providence.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $66,504 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Providence?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $73,466 in Providence, 3% more in Providence.