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
$1,955
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,897
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$78,014
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$394,100
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
101.4
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,213
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$164
$126
👥 People living there
319,758
191,767
Commute to work
26.2 min
25 min
College degree
42.5%
34.6%
Own their home
39.5%
41.4%
Below poverty line
14.7%
20.7%
Unemployment
5.2%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Orlando for lower rent, higher incomes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Providence for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, shorter commutes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Orlando | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | $50,820 | $73,980 | +46% in Providence |
| Firefighter | $45,520 | $66,150 | +45% in Providence |
| Plumber | $55,380 | $79,820 | +44% in Providence |
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,190 | $86,720 | +44% in Providence |
| HVAC Technician | $51,460 | $67,380 | +31% in Providence |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $61,030 | $78,990 | +29% in Providence |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $100,780 | $128,580 | +28% in Providence |
| Carpenter | $49,750 | $61,910 | +24% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Orlando or Providence cheaper to live in?
Orlando 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 Orlando?
About $60,210 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Orlando or Providence?
The typical household earns $78,014 in Orlando and $73,466 in Providence, 6% more in Orlando.