salaryHouston is 3% 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
$1,533
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,499
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$69,901
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$277,800
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.6
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,198
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$126
👥 People living there
2,328,253
191,767
Commute to work
27.2 min
25 min
College degree
36.6%
34.6%
Own their home
42.1%
41.4%
Below poverty line
19.9%
20.7%
Unemployment
6.9%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Houston for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Providence for higher incomes, shorter commutes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Houston | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,080 | $35,750 | +62% in Providence |
| Elementary School Teacher | $64,500 | $86,720 | +34% in Providence |
| Plumber | $61,300 | $79,820 | +30% in Providence |
| Electrician | $59,180 | $73,980 | +25% in Providence |
| Carpenter | $49,670 | $61,910 | +25% in Providence |
| Market Research Analyst | $67,370 | $83,960 | +25% in Providence |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,670 | $78,990 | +24% in Providence |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,970 | $46,330 | +22% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Houston or Providence cheaper to live in?
Houston is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,533 a month there versus $1,964 in Providence.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Houston?
About $61,913 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Houston or Providence?
The typical household earns $69,901 in Houston and $73,466 in Providence, 5% more in Providence.