salaryCharlotte is 5% 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
$1,881
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,690
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$88,510
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$385,700
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.3
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,808
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$126
$126
👥 People living there
903,844
191,767
Commute to work
24.7 min
25 min
College degree
48%
34.6%
Own their home
51%
41.4%
Below poverty line
11.7%
20.7%
Unemployment
4.6%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Charlotte 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 | Charlotte | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $38,700 | $66,150 | +71% in Providence |
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,680 | $86,720 | +48% in Providence |
| Plumber | $58,690 | $79,820 | +36% in Providence |
| Electrician | $59,080 | $73,980 | +25% in Providence |
| Police Officer | $63,190 | $76,850 | +22% in Providence |
| Carpenter | $50,960 | $61,910 | +21% in Providence |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $65,140 | $78,990 | +21% in Providence |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,430 | $46,330 | +17% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Charlotte or Providence cheaper to live in?
Charlotte is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,881 a month there versus $1,964 in Providence.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Charlotte?
About $62,727 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Charlotte or Providence?
The typical household earns $88,510 in Charlotte and $73,466 in Providence, 20% more in Charlotte.