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
$1,988
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,761
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$86,162
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$442,700
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.1
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,835
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$166
$126
👥 People living there
219,215
191,767
Commute to work
30.2 min
25 min
College degree
21.2%
34.6%
Own their home
58.9%
41.4%
Below poverty line
13.3%
20.7%
Unemployment
7.2%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Modesto for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
- Pick Providence for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Modesto | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Systems Analyst | $99,760 | $128,580 | +29% in Providence |
| Dental Hygienist | $123,910 | $89,310 | -28% in Providence |
| Plumber | $63,280 | $79,820 | +26% in Providence |
| Registered Nurse | $132,590 | $99,880 | -25% in Providence |
| Nurse Practitioner | $173,380 | $135,520 | -22% in Providence |
| Police Officer | $98,230 | $76,850 | -22% in Providence |
| Lawyer | $164,010 | $133,000 | -19% in Providence |
| Pharmacist | $160,520 | $130,840 | -18% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Modesto or Providence cheaper to live in?
Modesto 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 Modesto?
About $58,654 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Modesto or Providence?
The typical household earns $86,162 in Modesto and $73,466 in Providence, 17% more in Modesto.