salaryMadison is 5% 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
$1,723
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,628
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$84,177
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$372,900
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.3
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,541
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$120
$126
👥 People living there
278,001
191,767
Commute to work
19.4 min
25 min
College degree
59.9%
34.6%
Own their home
46%
41.4%
Below poverty line
16.4%
20.7%
Unemployment
2.7%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Madison for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
- Pick Providence for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Madison | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $63,690 | $86,720 | +36% in Providence |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $100,550 | $128,580 | +28% in Providence |
| Market Research Analyst | $67,990 | $83,960 | +23% in Providence |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,550 | $78,990 | +22% in Providence |
| Pharmacist | $158,120 | $130,840 | -17% in Providence |
| Firefighter | $56,430 | $66,150 | +17% in Providence |
| Accountant | $81,130 | $95,020 | +17% in Providence |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $30,910 | $35,750 | +16% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Madison or Providence cheaper to live in?
Madison is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,723 a month there versus $1,964 in Providence.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Madison?
About $62,767 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Madison or Providence?
The typical household earns $84,177 in Madison and $73,466 in Providence, 15% more in Madison.