salaryProvidence is 11% 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
$2,109
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,075
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$89,656
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$486,700
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
114.2
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,516
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$126
👥 People living there
185,604
191,767
Commute to work
26.1 min
25 min
College degree
40.8%
34.6%
Own their home
54.1%
41.4%
Below poverty line
15%
20.7%
Unemployment
5.3%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Lauderdale for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Providence for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Lauderdale | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,300 | $86,720 | +49% in Providence |
| Plumber | $57,760 | $79,820 | +38% in Providence |
| Electrician | $58,630 | $73,980 | +26% in Providence |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,610 | $78,990 | +26% in Providence |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $103,650 | $128,580 | +24% in Providence |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,010 | $46,330 | +22% in Providence |
| Carpenter | $51,570 | $61,910 | +20% in Providence |
| Customer Service Representative | $39,560 | $47,170 | +19% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Lauderdale or Providence cheaper to live in?
Providence is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,964 a month there versus $2,109 in Fort Lauderdale.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Fort Lauderdale?
About $53,492 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Fort Lauderdale or Providence?
The typical household earns $89,656 in Fort Lauderdale and $73,466 in Providence, 22% more in Fort Lauderdale.
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