salaryProvidence is 3% 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
$1,651
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,565
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$111,392
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$395,900
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,982
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$136
$126
👥 People living there
288,976
191,767
Commute to work
18.8 min
25 min
College degree
38.7%
34.6%
Own their home
63.9%
41.4%
Below poverty line
8.9%
20.7%
Unemployment
4.6%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Anchorage for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick Providence for cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Anchorage | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $26,080 | $35,750 | +37% in Providence |
| Police Officer | $115,020 | $76,850 | -33% in Providence |
| Dental Hygienist | $132,740 | $89,310 | -33% in Providence |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $101,260 | $128,580 | +27% in Providence |
| Software Developer | $104,030 | $130,690 | +26% in Providence |
| Market Research Analyst | $68,720 | $83,960 | +22% in Providence |
| HVAC Technician | $85,620 | $67,380 | -21% in Providence |
| Pharmacist | $162,980 | $130,840 | -20% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Anchorage or Providence cheaper to live in?
Providence is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,964 a month there versus $1,651 in Anchorage.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Anchorage?
About $57,924 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Anchorage or Providence?
The typical household earns $111,392 in Anchorage and $73,466 in Providence, 52% more in Anchorage.