salaryChesapeake 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
$1,849
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,567
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$102,860
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$378,400
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.9
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,108
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$178
$126
👥 People living there
252,583
191,767
Commute to work
25.8 min
25 min
College degree
36.9%
34.6%
Own their home
74.4%
41.4%
Below poverty line
9.4%
20.7%
Unemployment
4.9%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Chesapeake for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
- Pick Providence for cheaper homes, shorter commutes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chesapeake | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $63,380 | $86,720 | +37% in Providence |
| Plumber | $61,870 | $79,820 | +29% in Providence |
| Police Officer | $59,690 | $76,850 | +29% in Providence |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $103,760 | $128,580 | +24% in Providence |
| Customer Service Representative | $38,150 | $47,170 | +24% in Providence |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,370 | $78,990 | +23% in Providence |
| Market Research Analyst | $69,560 | $83,960 | +21% in Providence |
| Carpenter | $51,500 | $61,910 | +20% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chesapeake or Providence cheaper to live in?
Chesapeake is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,849 a month there versus $1,964 in Providence.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Chesapeake?
About $62,348 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Chesapeake or Providence?
The typical household earns $102,860 in Chesapeake and $73,466 in Providence, 40% more in Chesapeake.