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
$2,470
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,839
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$86,979
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$369,200
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.2
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,585
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$185
$126
👥 People living there
232,491
191,767
Commute to work
30.5 min
25 min
College degree
28.1%
34.6%
Own their home
84%
41.4%
Below poverty line
9.5%
20.7%
Unemployment
6%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Port St. Lucie 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 | Port St. Lucie | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $53,610 | $86,720 | +62% in Providence |
| Plumber | $50,990 | $79,820 | +57% in Providence |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $87,720 | $128,580 | +47% in Providence |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $61,300 | $78,990 | +29% in Providence |
| Carpenter | $48,640 | $61,910 | +27% in Providence |
| Electrician | $58,540 | $73,980 | +26% in Providence |
| Truck Driver | $48,590 | $60,610 | +25% in Providence |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,690 | $46,330 | +23% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Port St. Lucie or Providence cheaper to live in?
Port St. Lucie 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 Port St. Lucie?
About $60,925 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Port St. Lucie or Providence?
The typical household earns $86,979 in Port St. Lucie and $73,466 in Providence, 18% more in Port St. Lucie.
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