salaryProvidence is 4% 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
$2,087
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,000
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$95,305
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$469,100
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,457
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$126
👥 People living there
394,432
191,767
Commute to work
28.6 min
25 min
College degree
33.6%
34.6%
Own their home
62.4%
41.4%
Below poverty line
11.9%
20.7%
Unemployment
5.9%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
- Pick Providence for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Aurora | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $177,380 | $133,000 | -25% in Providence |
| Plumber | $63,900 | $79,820 | +25% in Providence |
| Firefighter | $87,980 | $66,150 | -25% in Providence |
| Police Officer | $101,970 | $76,850 | -25% in Providence |
| Operations Manager | $142,330 | $110,360 | -22% in Providence |
| Dental Hygienist | $113,760 | $89,310 | -21% in Providence |
| Electrician | $63,150 | $73,980 | +17% in Providence |
| Pharmacist | $157,890 | $130,840 | -17% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Providence cheaper to live in?
Providence is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,964 a month there versus $2,087 in Aurora.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $57,726 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Providence?
The typical household earns $95,305 in Aurora and $73,466 in Providence, 30% more in Aurora.