salaryLincoln is 11% 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
$1,328
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,219
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$77,509
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$264,000
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,023
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$104
$126
👥 People living there
294,856
191,767
Commute to work
18.4 min
25 min
College degree
41.8%
34.6%
Own their home
56.1%
41.4%
Below poverty line
12.7%
20.7%
Unemployment
3.3%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Lincoln for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 5 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lincoln | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Systems Analyst | $87,500 | $128,580 | +47% in Providence |
| Accountant | $65,170 | $95,020 | +46% in Providence |
| Market Research Analyst | $58,750 | $83,960 | +43% in Providence |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,940 | $86,720 | +40% in Providence |
| Plumber | $60,670 | $79,820 | +32% in Providence |
| Lawyer | $101,300 | $133,000 | +31% in Providence |
| Software Developer | $101,690 | $130,690 | +29% in Providence |
| Truck Driver | $81,790 | $60,610 | -26% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lincoln or Providence cheaper to live in?
Lincoln is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,328 a month there versus $1,964 in Providence.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Lincoln?
About $66,677 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Lincoln or Providence?
The typical household earns $77,509 in Lincoln and $73,466 in Providence, 6% more in Lincoln.