salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$2,044
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,857
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$97,214
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$484,900
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.2
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,520
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$151
$126
👥 People living there
332,141
191,767
Commute to work
24.3 min
25 min
College degree
37.4%
34.6%
Own their home
66.1%
41.4%
Below poverty line
9%
20.7%
Unemployment
6.8%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Henderson 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 | Henderson | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $59,700 | $79,820 | +34% in Providence |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,040 | $86,720 | +33% in Providence |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,110 | $35,750 | +32% in Providence |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $103,760 | $128,580 | +24% in Providence |
| Customer Service Representative | $39,560 | $47,170 | +19% in Providence |
| Dental Hygienist | $109,210 | $89,310 | -18% in Providence |
| Accountant | $80,530 | $95,020 | +18% in Providence |
| Cashier | $29,360 | $34,540 | +18% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Henderson or Providence cheaper to live in?
Henderson and Providence cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Henderson?
About $60,933 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Henderson or Providence?
The typical household earns $97,214 in Henderson and $73,466 in Providence, 32% more in Henderson.