salaryAustin 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
$1,932
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,941
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$101,010
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$555,300
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.1
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,024
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$134
$126
👥 People living there
979,539
191,767
Commute to work
23.7 min
25 min
College degree
59.6%
34.6%
Own their home
43.4%
41.4%
Below poverty line
12%
20.7%
Unemployment
4.7%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Austin for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
- Pick Providence for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Austin | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,270 | $86,720 | +42% in Providence |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,260 | $35,750 | +31% in Providence |
| Plumber | $62,810 | $79,820 | +27% in Providence |
| Carpenter | $50,260 | $61,910 | +23% in Providence |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $104,590 | $128,580 | +23% in Providence |
| Electrician | $60,390 | $73,980 | +23% in Providence |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,580 | $78,990 | +22% in Providence |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,550 | $46,330 | +20% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Austin or Providence cheaper to live in?
Austin is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,932 a month there versus $1,964 in Providence.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Austin?
About $62,268 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Austin or Providence?
The typical household earns $101,010 in Austin and $73,466 in Providence, 37% more in Austin.