salaryCleveland is 8% 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
$1,277
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,056
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$44,004
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$102,000
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.9
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,759
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$126
👥 People living there
366,097
191,767
Commute to work
22.5 min
25 min
College degree
22.4%
34.6%
Own their home
41.7%
41.4%
Below poverty line
30.6%
20.7%
Unemployment
10.8%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Cleveland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Providence for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cleveland | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $63,020 | $79,820 | +27% in Providence |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $101,540 | $128,580 | +27% in Providence |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,900 | $78,990 | +24% in Providence |
| Registered Nurse | $83,940 | $99,880 | +19% in Providence |
| Accountant | $80,000 | $95,020 | +19% in Providence |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,010 | $46,330 | +19% in Providence |
| Cashier | $29,130 | $34,540 | +19% in Providence |
| Market Research Analyst | $71,350 | $83,960 | +18% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cleveland or Providence cheaper to live in?
Cleveland is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,277 a month there versus $1,964 in Providence.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Cleveland?
About $65,015 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Cleveland or Providence?
The typical household earns $44,004 in Cleveland and $73,466 in Providence, 40% more in Providence.