salaryColumbus 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
$1,611
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,481
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$71,269
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$252,900
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.5
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,341
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$123
$126
👥 People living there
914,802
191,767
Commute to work
21.5 min
25 min
College degree
38.2%
34.6%
Own their home
44.1%
41.4%
Below poverty line
18.1%
20.7%
Unemployment
5.1%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Columbus for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick Providence for higher incomes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Columbus | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $61,910 | $78,990 | +28% in Providence |
| Plumber | $63,260 | $79,820 | +26% in Providence |
| Police Officer | $100,890 | $76,850 | -24% in Providence |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $107,230 | $128,580 | +20% in Providence |
| Registered Nurse | $83,900 | $99,880 | +19% in Providence |
| Accountant | $81,700 | $95,020 | +16% in Providence |
| Cashier | $30,140 | $34,540 | +15% in Providence |
| Electrician | $64,700 | $73,980 | +14% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Columbus or Providence cheaper to live in?
Columbus is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,611 a month there versus $1,964 in Providence.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Columbus?
About $63,962 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Columbus or Providence?
The typical household earns $71,269 in Columbus and $73,466 in Providence, 3% more in Providence.