salaryNashville is 6% 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
$1,881
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,652
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$83,445
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$413,600
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
96.3
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,472
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$144
$126
👥 People living there
690,130
191,767
Commute to work
24.7 min
25 min
College degree
48%
34.6%
Own their home
52.4%
41.4%
Below poverty line
14.1%
20.7%
Unemployment
4.5%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Nashville 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 | Nashville | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,460 | $86,720 | +41% in Providence |
| Firefighter | $49,300 | $66,150 | +34% in Providence |
| Plumber | $60,100 | $79,820 | +33% in Providence |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $99,270 | $128,580 | +30% in Providence |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $61,940 | $78,990 | +28% in Providence |
| Accountant | $78,080 | $95,020 | +22% in Providence |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $29,390 | $35,750 | +22% in Providence |
| Registered Nurse | $84,040 | $99,880 | +19% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Nashville or Providence cheaper to live in?
Nashville is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,881 a month there versus $1,964 in Providence.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Nashville?
About $63,385 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Nashville or Providence?
The typical household earns $83,445 in Nashville and $73,466 in Providence, 14% more in Nashville.