salaryProvidence is 7% 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
$2,666
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$126
👥 People living there
236,254
191,767
Commute to work
26.2 min
25 min
College degree
77.1%
34.6%
Own their home
41.3%
41.4%
Below poverty line
7.4%
20.7%
Unemployment
3.3%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Providence for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $133,000 | -32% in Providence |
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $110,360 | -29% in Providence |
| Dental Hygienist | $119,170 | $89,310 | -25% in Providence |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $35,750 | -22% in Providence |
| Software Developer | $154,930 | $130,690 | -16% in Providence |
| Pharmacist | $150,540 | $130,840 | -13% in Providence |
| Restaurant Cook | $42,920 | $37,460 | -13% in Providence |
| Plumber | $71,860 | $79,820 | +11% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Providence cheaper to live in?
Providence is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,964 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $56,082 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Providence?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $73,466 in Providence, 109% more in Arlington.