salaryBuffalo is 6% 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
$1,397
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,121
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$53,969
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$164,200
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.8
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,622
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$99
$126
👥 People living there
276,854
191,767
Commute to work
19.9 min
25 min
College degree
31.2%
34.6%
Own their home
43%
41.4%
Below poverty line
26%
20.7%
Unemployment
7.3%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Buffalo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Providence for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Buffalo | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Systems Analyst | $101,660 | $128,580 | +26% in Providence |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,370 | $78,990 | +25% in Providence |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,580 | $35,750 | -23% in Providence |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,790 | $46,330 | +16% in Providence |
| Accountant | $82,120 | $95,020 | +16% in Providence |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,490 | $86,720 | +13% in Providence |
| Firefighter | $74,470 | $66,150 | -11% in Providence |
| Physician Assistant | $126,360 | $139,930 | +11% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Buffalo or Providence cheaper to live in?
Buffalo is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,397 a month there versus $1,964 in Providence.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Buffalo?
About $63,712 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Buffalo or Providence?
The typical household earns $53,969 in Buffalo and $73,466 in Providence, 27% more in Providence.