salaryEl Paso is 13% 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
$1,246
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,088
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$64,435
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$184,500
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.9
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,760
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$126
👥 People living there
680,130
191,767
Commute to work
23.4 min
25 min
College degree
28.1%
34.6%
Own their home
60.8%
41.4%
Below poverty line
18.4%
20.7%
Unemployment
6%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick El Paso for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Providence for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | El Paso | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $50,680 | $83,960 | +66% in Providence |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $21,870 | $35,750 | +63% in Providence |
| Electrician | $48,140 | $73,980 | +54% in Providence |
| Plumber | $53,560 | $79,820 | +49% in Providence |
| Carpenter | $42,430 | $61,910 | +46% in Providence |
| Accountant | $65,990 | $95,020 | +44% in Providence |
| HVAC Technician | $47,270 | $67,380 | +43% in Providence |
| Operations Manager | $77,770 | $110,360 | +42% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is El Paso or Providence cheaper to live in?
El Paso is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,246 a month there versus $1,964 in Providence.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in El Paso?
About $67,915 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, El Paso or Providence?
The typical household earns $64,435 in El Paso and $73,466 in Providence, 12% more in Providence.