salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,760
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,691
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$76,054
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$320,700
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,075
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$160
$126
👥 People living there
1,307,930
191,767
Commute to work
25.7 min
25 min
College degree
38.2%
34.6%
Own their home
42.4%
41.4%
Below poverty line
16.7%
20.7%
Unemployment
4.9%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Dallas for lower rent, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Providence for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Dallas | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $35,750 | +48% in Providence |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,070 | $86,720 | +33% in Providence |
| Plumber | $61,250 | $79,820 | +30% in Providence |
| Carpenter | $48,740 | $61,910 | +27% in Providence |
| Electrician | $59,010 | $73,980 | +25% in Providence |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,370 | $78,990 | +23% in Providence |
| Lawyer | $168,510 | $133,000 | -21% in Providence |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,530 | $46,330 | +20% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Dallas or Providence cheaper to live in?
Dallas and Providence cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Dallas?
About $59,233 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Dallas or Providence?
The typical household earns $76,054 in Dallas and $73,466 in Providence, 4% more in Dallas.