salaryLubbock 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
$1,301
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,195
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$65,675
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$212,400
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.3
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,333
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$184
$126
👥 People living there
264,814
191,767
Commute to work
16.3 min
25 min
College degree
35.1%
34.6%
Own their home
51.2%
41.4%
Below poverty line
18.9%
20.7%
Unemployment
5.2%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Lubbock for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick Providence for higher incomes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lubbock | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $48,950 | $79,820 | +63% in Providence |
| Market Research Analyst | $52,820 | $83,960 | +59% in Providence |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,560 | $35,750 | +58% in Providence |
| Electrician | $47,000 | $73,980 | +57% in Providence |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $85,660 | $128,580 | +50% in Providence |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,220 | $86,720 | +46% in Providence |
| Carpenter | $43,500 | $61,910 | +42% in Providence |
| Operations Manager | $80,870 | $110,360 | +36% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lubbock or Providence cheaper to live in?
Lubbock is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,301 a month there versus $1,964 in Providence.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Lubbock?
About $66,870 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Lubbock or Providence?
The typical household earns $65,675 in Lubbock and $73,466 in Providence, 11% more in Providence.