salaryProvidence is 8% 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
$2,474
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,057
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$103,765
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$652,700
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.5
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,485
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$91
$126
👥 People living there
200,928
191,767
Commute to work
25.3 min
25 min
College degree
19.5%
34.6%
Own their home
54.4%
41.4%
Below poverty line
11%
20.7%
Unemployment
6.5%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Oxnard 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 | Oxnard | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $119,640 | $76,850 | -36% in Providence |
| Dental Hygienist | $126,530 | $89,310 | -29% in Providence |
| Lawyer | $185,520 | $133,000 | -28% in Providence |
| Plumber | $62,300 | $79,820 | +28% in Providence |
| Registered Nurse | $131,160 | $99,880 | -24% in Providence |
| Pharmacist | $160,430 | $130,840 | -18% in Providence |
| Software Developer | $159,430 | $130,690 | -18% in Providence |
| Carpenter | $74,060 | $61,910 | -16% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Oxnard or Providence cheaper to live in?
Providence is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,964 a month there versus $2,474 in Oxnard.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Oxnard?
About $55,244 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Oxnard or Providence?
The typical household earns $103,765 in Oxnard and $73,466 in Providence, 41% more in Oxnard.