salaryProvidence is 9% 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
$2,808
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,306
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$116,513
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$758,700
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
111.9
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,058
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$137
$126
👥 People living there
276,375
191,767
Commute to work
28.6 min
25 min
College degree
33.2%
34.6%
Own their home
59.8%
41.4%
Below poverty line
8.7%
20.7%
Unemployment
8%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Chula Vista for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
- Pick Providence for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chula Vista | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $110,400 | $76,850 | -30% in Providence |
| Registered Nurse | $139,520 | $99,880 | -28% in Providence |
| Dental Hygienist | $123,790 | $89,310 | -28% in Providence |
| Lawyer | $178,220 | $133,000 | -25% in Providence |
| Pharmacist | $165,130 | $130,840 | -21% in Providence |
| Software Developer | $163,270 | $130,690 | -20% in Providence |
| Restaurant Cook | $46,440 | $37,460 | -19% in Providence |
| Nurse Practitioner | $163,860 | $135,520 | -17% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chula Vista or Providence cheaper to live in?
Providence is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,964 a month there versus $2,808 in Chula Vista.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Chula Vista?
About $54,576 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Chula Vista or Providence?
The typical household earns $116,513 in Chula Vista and $73,466 in Providence, 59% more in Chula Vista.
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