Cincinnati is 7% 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
$1,379
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,208
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$57,062
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$230,900
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.4
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,169
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$126
👥 People living there
311,224
191,767
Commute to work
22.4 min
25 min
College degree
41.8%
34.6%
Own their home
39.8%
41.4%
Below poverty line
25.5%
20.7%
Unemployment
6.8%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Cincinnati for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Providence for higher incomes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cincinnati | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $64,740 | $86,720 | +34% in Providence |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $103,450 | $128,580 | +24% in Providence |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,180 | $78,990 | +23% in Providence |
| Plumber | $65,160 | $79,820 | +22% in Providence |
| Registered Nurse | $83,650 | $99,880 | +19% in Providence |
| Cashier | $29,170 | $34,540 | +18% in Providence |
| Accountant | $80,640 | $95,020 | +18% in Providence |
| Electrician | $63,490 | $73,980 | +17% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cincinnati or Providence cheaper to live in?
Cincinnati is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,379 a month there versus $1,964 in Providence.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Cincinnati?
About $64,028 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Cincinnati or Providence?
The typical household earns $57,062 in Cincinnati and $73,466 in Providence, 22% more in Providence.