salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,999
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,921
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$92,376
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$439,600
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.1
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,231
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$128
$126
👥 People living there
505,268
191,767
Commute to work
26.5 min
25 min
College degree
59.2%
34.6%
Own their home
46.4%
41.4%
Below poverty line
16.9%
20.7%
Unemployment
5.9%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Atlanta 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 | Atlanta | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,460 | $35,750 | +94% in Providence |
| Firefighter | $47,300 | $66,150 | +40% in Providence |
| Plumber | $58,380 | $79,820 | +37% in Providence |
| Police Officer | $60,910 | $76,850 | +26% in Providence |
| Electrician | $58,650 | $73,980 | +26% in Providence |
| Physician Assistant | $111,810 | $139,930 | +25% in Providence |
| Carpenter | $50,680 | $61,910 | +22% in Providence |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $65,060 | $78,990 | +21% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Atlanta or Providence cheaper to live in?
Atlanta and Providence cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Atlanta?
About $61,028 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Atlanta or Providence?
The typical household earns $92,376 in Atlanta and $73,466 in Providence, 26% more in Atlanta.