salaryKnoxville 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
$1,544
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,305
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$58,281
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$239,700
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.6
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,527
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$180
$126
👥 People living there
195,185
191,767
Commute to work
20.2 min
25 min
College degree
34.6%
34.6%
Own their home
46.6%
41.4%
Below poverty line
20.2%
20.7%
Unemployment
4.5%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Knoxville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Providence for higher incomes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Knoxville | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Systems Analyst | $85,730 | $128,580 | +50% in Providence |
| Firefighter | $47,160 | $66,150 | +40% in Providence |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,980 | $86,720 | +40% in Providence |
| Police Officer | $56,380 | $76,850 | +36% in Providence |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $57,960 | $78,990 | +36% in Providence |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,890 | $83,960 | +34% in Providence |
| Plumber | $59,860 | $79,820 | +33% in Providence |
| Physician Assistant | $107,980 | $139,930 | +30% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Knoxville or Providence cheaper to live in?
Knoxville is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,544 a month there versus $1,964 in Providence.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Knoxville?
About $65,966 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Knoxville or Providence?
The typical household earns $58,281 in Knoxville and $73,466 in Providence, 21% more in Providence.