salaryProvidence is 3% 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
$1,874
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,915
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$98,056
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$581,500
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,743
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$106
$126
👥 People living there
641,165
191,767
Commute to work
24.1 min
25 min
College degree
53.8%
34.6%
Own their home
52%
41.4%
Below poverty line
12.7%
20.7%
Unemployment
5.8%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Portland for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
- Pick Providence for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Portland | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $54,780 | $35,750 | -35% in Providence |
| Electrician | $105,090 | $73,980 | -30% in Providence |
| Dental Hygienist | $123,100 | $89,310 | -27% in Providence |
| Registered Nurse | $130,310 | $99,880 | -23% in Providence |
| Pharmacist | $168,830 | $130,840 | -23% in Providence |
| Firefighter | $85,170 | $66,150 | -22% in Providence |
| Plumber | $101,010 | $79,820 | -21% in Providence |
| Police Officer | $97,200 | $76,850 | -21% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Portland or Providence cheaper to live in?
Providence is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,964 a month there versus $1,874 in Portland.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Portland?
About $57,924 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Portland or Providence?
The typical household earns $98,056 in Portland and $73,466 in Providence, 33% more in Portland.