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
$2,010
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,058
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$121,065
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$465,900
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,700
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$126
👥 People living there
290,594
191,767
Commute to work
25.4 min
25 min
College degree
60.5%
34.6%
Own their home
56.9%
41.4%
Below poverty line
6.8%
20.7%
Unemployment
4%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Plano for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Providence for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Plano | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $35,750 | +48% in Providence |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,070 | $86,720 | +33% in Providence |
| Plumber | $61,250 | $79,820 | +30% in Providence |
| Carpenter | $48,740 | $61,910 | +27% in Providence |
| Electrician | $59,010 | $73,980 | +25% in Providence |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,370 | $78,990 | +23% in Providence |
| Lawyer | $168,510 | $133,000 | -21% in Providence |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,530 | $46,330 | +20% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Plano or Providence cheaper to live in?
Plano 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 Plano?
About $59,233 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Plano or Providence?
The typical household earns $121,065 in Plano and $73,466 in Providence, 65% more in Plano.