salaryMilwaukee 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
$1,284
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,170
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$58,491
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$184,000
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
96.9
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,668
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$156
$126
👥 People living there
566,973
191,767
Commute to work
22.4 min
25 min
College degree
27.4%
34.6%
Own their home
41.8%
41.4%
Below poverty line
22.8%
20.7%
Unemployment
6.2%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Milwaukee for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Providence for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Milwaukee | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,480 | $86,720 | +41% in Providence |
| Firefighter | $49,760 | $66,150 | +33% in Providence |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $102,120 | $128,580 | +26% in Providence |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $65,410 | $78,990 | +21% in Providence |
| Accountant | $80,290 | $95,020 | +18% in Providence |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $30,330 | $35,750 | +18% in Providence |
| Pharmacist | $153,340 | $130,840 | -15% in Providence |
| Market Research Analyst | $73,880 | $83,960 | +14% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Milwaukee or Providence cheaper to live in?
Milwaukee is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,284 a month there versus $1,964 in Providence.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Milwaukee?
About $62,993 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Milwaukee or Providence?
The typical household earns $58,491 in Milwaukee and $73,466 in Providence, 20% more in Providence.