salaryDurham 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
$1,797
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,604
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$88,026
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$392,800
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.6
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,263
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$126
👥 People living there
291,467
191,767
Commute to work
22.3 min
25 min
College degree
57.3%
34.6%
Own their home
52.3%
41.4%
Below poverty line
11.7%
20.7%
Unemployment
3.8%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Durham for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
- Pick Providence for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Durham | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $38,350 | $66,150 | +72% in Providence |
| Elementary School Teacher | $51,400 | $86,720 | +69% in Providence |
| Plumber | $60,110 | $79,820 | +33% in Providence |
| Police Officer | $60,100 | $76,850 | +28% in Providence |
| Electrician | $59,220 | $73,980 | +25% in Providence |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $106,410 | $128,580 | +21% in Providence |
| Carpenter | $51,540 | $61,910 | +20% in Providence |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $66,950 | $78,990 | +18% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Durham or Providence cheaper to live in?
Durham is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,797 a month there versus $1,964 in Providence.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Durham?
About $62,583 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Durham or Providence?
The typical household earns $88,026 in Durham and $73,466 in Providence, 20% more in Durham.