salaryProvidence is 3% 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
$1,619
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,479
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$67,058
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$229,600
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.5
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,354
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$126
👥 People living there
573,243
191,767
Commute to work
29.1 min
25 min
College degree
36.1%
34.6%
Own their home
47.5%
41.4%
Below poverty line
19.7%
20.7%
Unemployment
6.5%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Baltimore for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Providence for higher incomes, shorter commutes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Baltimore | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $63,200 | $79,820 | +26% in Providence |
| Dental Hygienist | $116,130 | $89,310 | -23% in Providence |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $108,980 | $128,580 | +18% in Providence |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,400 | $86,720 | +14% in Providence |
| Electrician | $65,590 | $73,980 | +13% in Providence |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,620 | $83,960 | +13% in Providence |
| Accountant | $85,160 | $95,020 | +12% in Providence |
| Firefighter | $73,810 | $66,150 | -10% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Baltimore or Providence cheaper to live in?
Providence is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,964 a month there versus $1,619 in Baltimore.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Baltimore?
About $58,442 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Baltimore or Providence?
The typical household earns $67,058 in Baltimore and $73,466 in Providence, 9% more in Providence.