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
$1,826
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,712
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$89,248
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$408,000
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.3
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,604
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$168
$126
👥 People living there
511,764
191,767
Commute to work
24.7 min
25 min
College degree
32.5%
34.6%
Own their home
64.4%
41.4%
Below poverty line
10.3%
20.7%
Unemployment
4.2%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Mesa for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
- Pick Providence for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Mesa | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,180 | $86,720 | +47% in Providence |
| Plumber | $63,750 | $79,820 | +25% in Providence |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $47,530 | $35,750 | -25% in Providence |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $103,770 | $128,580 | +24% in Providence |
| Electrician | $61,210 | $73,980 | +21% in Providence |
| Accountant | $80,820 | $95,020 | +18% in Providence |
| Dental Hygienist | $102,520 | $89,310 | -13% in Providence |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,590 | $83,960 | +13% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Mesa or Providence cheaper to live in?
Mesa 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 Mesa?
About $59,104 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Mesa or Providence?
The typical household earns $89,248 in Mesa and $73,466 in Providence, 21% more in Mesa.