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
$1,814
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,623
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$66,816
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$243,100
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.6
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,003
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$112
$126
👥 People living there
1,579,706
191,767
Commute to work
31.7 min
25 min
College degree
35.4%
34.6%
Own their home
51.8%
41.4%
Below poverty line
21.4%
20.7%
Unemployment
8.1%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Philadelphia for lower rent, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick Providence for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Philadelphia | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Systems Analyst | $105,050 | $128,580 | +22% in Providence |
| Lawyer | $170,660 | $133,000 | -22% in Providence |
| Firefighter | $78,050 | $66,150 | -15% in Providence |
| Police Officer | $89,580 | $76,850 | -14% in Providence |
| Pharmacist | $148,740 | $130,840 | -12% in Providence |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $70,710 | $78,990 | +12% in Providence |
| Dental Hygienist | $100,820 | $89,310 | -11% in Providence |
| Accountant | $85,990 | $95,020 | +11% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Philadelphia or Providence cheaper to live in?
Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?
About $59,543 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Philadelphia or Providence?
The typical household earns $66,816 in Philadelphia and $73,466 in Providence, 9% more in Providence.
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