salaryProvidence is 12% 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
$3,180
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$3,128
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$195,754
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$1,403,800
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
115.6
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,190
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$152
$126
👥 People living there
228,295
191,767
Commute to work
30.3 min
25 min
College degree
63.9%
34.6%
Own their home
60.8%
41.4%
Below poverty line
5.2%
20.7%
Unemployment
4.7%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Fremont 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 | Fremont | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $186,610 | $99,880 | -46% in Providence |
| Firefighter | $113,700 | $66,150 | -42% in Providence |
| Police Officer | $132,000 | $76,850 | -42% in Providence |
| Dental Hygienist | $146,760 | $89,310 | -39% in Providence |
| Nurse Practitioner | $219,080 | $135,520 | -38% in Providence |
| Lawyer | $212,500 | $133,000 | -37% in Providence |
| Market Research Analyst | $123,250 | $83,960 | -32% in Providence |
| Carpenter | $89,200 | $61,910 | -31% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fremont or Providence cheaper to live in?
Providence is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,964 a month there versus $3,180 in Fremont.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Fremont?
About $52,817 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Fremont or Providence?
The typical household earns $195,754 in Fremont and $73,466 in Providence, 166% more in Fremont.