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
$1,719
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,567
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$75,357
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$293,700
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
99.5
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,176
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$189
$126
👥 People living there
977,670
191,767
Commute to work
24.1 min
25 min
College degree
33.2%
34.6%
Own their home
57.6%
41.4%
Below poverty line
14.5%
20.7%
Unemployment
4.6%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Jacksonville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick Providence for a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Jacksonville | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,080 | $86,720 | +42% in Providence |
| Plumber | $58,920 | $79,820 | +35% in Providence |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,070 | $78,990 | +27% in Providence |
| Electrician | $58,280 | $73,980 | +27% in Providence |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $102,230 | $128,580 | +26% in Providence |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,760 | $46,330 | +23% in Providence |
| Carpenter | $50,540 | $61,910 | +22% in Providence |
| Registered Nurse | $83,520 | $99,880 | +20% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Jacksonville or Providence cheaper to live in?
Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville?
About $61,381 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Jacksonville or Providence?
The typical household earns $75,357 in Jacksonville and $73,466 in Providence, 3% more in Jacksonville.
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