salaryProvidence is 4% 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
$2,065
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,127
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$102,153
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$616,000
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,751
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$126
👥 People living there
718,877
191,767
Commute to work
24.9 min
25 min
College degree
56.5%
34.6%
Own their home
48.8%
41.4%
Below poverty line
11.2%
20.7%
Unemployment
4.9%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Denver for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Providence for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Denver | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $177,380 | $133,000 | -25% in Providence |
| Plumber | $63,900 | $79,820 | +25% in Providence |
| Firefighter | $87,980 | $66,150 | -25% in Providence |
| Police Officer | $101,970 | $76,850 | -25% in Providence |
| Operations Manager | $142,330 | $110,360 | -22% in Providence |
| Dental Hygienist | $113,760 | $89,310 | -21% in Providence |
| Electrician | $63,150 | $73,980 | +17% in Providence |
| Pharmacist | $157,890 | $130,840 | -17% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Denver or Providence cheaper to live in?
Providence is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,964 a month there versus $2,065 in Denver.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Denver?
About $57,726 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Denver or Providence?
The typical household earns $102,153 in Denver and $73,466 in Providence, 39% more in Denver.