salaryProvidence is 3% 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
$1,649
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,805
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$87,192
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$362,200
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.8
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,339
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$91
$126
👥 People living there
427,246
191,767
Commute to work
22 min
25 min
College degree
55.5%
34.6%
Own their home
47.7%
41.4%
Below poverty line
16%
20.7%
Unemployment
5.9%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Minneapolis 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 | Minneapolis | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $39,350 | $66,150 | +68% in Providence |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $25,920 | $35,750 | +38% in Providence |
| Plumber | $101,630 | $79,820 | -21% in Providence |
| Police Officer | $97,190 | $76,850 | -21% in Providence |
| Dental Hygienist | $112,630 | $89,310 | -21% in Providence |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $65,660 | $78,990 | +20% in Providence |
| Pharmacist | $160,990 | $130,840 | -19% in Providence |
| Lawyer | $159,620 | $133,000 | -17% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Minneapolis or Providence cheaper to live in?
Providence is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,964 a month there versus $1,649 in Minneapolis.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Minneapolis?
About $58,255 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Minneapolis or Providence?
The typical household earns $87,192 in Minneapolis and $73,466 in Providence, 19% more in Minneapolis.
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