salaryAugusta 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
$1,458
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$126
👥 People living there
201,528
191,767
Commute to work
21.1 min
25 min
College degree
24.7%
34.6%
Own their home
50.8%
41.4%
Below poverty line
20.1%
20.7%
Unemployment
8.6%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Providence for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Augusta | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,390 | $35,750 | +94% in Providence |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $84,230 | $128,580 | +53% in Providence |
| Plumber | $54,690 | $79,820 | +46% in Providence |
| Firefighter | $47,540 | $66,150 | +39% in Providence |
| Market Research Analyst | $60,920 | $83,960 | +38% in Providence |
| HVAC Technician | $48,900 | $67,380 | +38% in Providence |
| Elementary School Teacher | $63,000 | $86,720 | +38% in Providence |
| Police Officer | $58,390 | $76,850 | +32% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or Providence cheaper to live in?
Augusta is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,458 a month there versus $1,964 in Providence.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Augusta?
About $66,444 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Providence?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $73,466 in Providence, 19% more in Providence.