San Antonio is 7% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in San Antonio to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,964
$1,463
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,603
$1,457
💵 Families earn per year
$73,466
$70,163
🔑 Buying a house
$362,200
$235,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
101.8
94.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,418
$4,122
⚡ Electric bill per month
$126
$179
👥 People living there
191,767
1,479,835
Commute to work
25 min
24.5 min
College degree
34.6%
29%
Own their home
41.4%
52.2%
Below poverty line
20.7%
17.1%
Unemployment
8.2%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Providence for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick San Antonio for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Providence | San Antonio | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $86,720 | $61,720 | -29% in San Antonio |
| Plumber | $79,820 | $58,180 | -27% in San Antonio |
| Electrician | $73,980 | $57,010 | -23% in San Antonio |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $128,580 | $100,840 | -22% in San Antonio |
| Market Research Analyst | $83,960 | $65,950 | -21% in San Antonio |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,750 | $28,110 | -21% in San Antonio |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $78,990 | $62,280 | -21% in San Antonio |
| Carpenter | $61,910 | $48,900 | -21% in San Antonio |
Frequently asked questions
Is Providence or San Antonio cheaper to live in?
San Antonio is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,463 a month there versus $1,964 in Providence.
What salary do I need in San Antonio to match $60,000 in Providence?
About $55,840 a year gives the same standard of living in San Antonio.
Where do people earn more, Providence or San Antonio?
The typical household earns $73,466 in Providence and $70,163 in San Antonio, 5% more in Providence.
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