salaryProvidence is 10% 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
$3,405
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$3,344
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$147,451
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$1,191,500
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,543
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$126
👥 People living there
311,690
191,767
Commute to work
24.7 min
25 min
College degree
70.6%
34.6%
Own their home
44.5%
41.4%
Below poverty line
10.8%
20.7%
Unemployment
5.9%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Irvine 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 | Irvine | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $121,980 | $76,850 | -37% in Providence |
| Firefighter | $98,050 | $66,150 | -33% in Providence |
| Lawyer | $194,410 | $133,000 | -32% in Providence |
| Dental Hygienist | $122,980 | $89,310 | -27% in Providence |
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $99,880 | -26% in Providence |
| Software Developer | $160,920 | $130,690 | -19% in Providence |
| Carpenter | $75,740 | $61,910 | -18% in Providence |
| Pharmacist | $157,440 | $130,840 | -17% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Irvine or Providence cheaper to live in?
Providence is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,964 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Irvine?
About $53,769 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Irvine or Providence?
The typical household earns $147,451 in Irvine and $73,466 in Providence, 101% more in Irvine.