salaryProvidence is 10% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in San Diego to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,964
$3,011
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,603
$2,589
💵 Families earn per year
$73,466
$116,561
🔑 Buying a house
$362,200
$906,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
101.8
111.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,418
$5,945
⚡ Electric bill per month
$126
$131
👥 People living there
191,767
1,389,526
Commute to work
25 min
23.5 min
College degree
34.6%
51%
Own their home
41.4%
47.3%
Below poverty line
20.7%
11%
Unemployment
8.2%
6%
Bottom line
- Pick Providence for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick San Diego for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Providence | San Diego | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $76,850 | $110,400 | +44% in San Diego |
| Registered Nurse | $99,880 | $139,520 | +40% in San Diego |
| Dental Hygienist | $89,310 | $123,790 | +39% in San Diego |
| Lawyer | $133,000 | $178,220 | +34% in San Diego |
| Pharmacist | $130,840 | $165,130 | +26% in San Diego |
| Software Developer | $130,690 | $163,270 | +25% in San Diego |
| Restaurant Cook | $37,460 | $46,440 | +24% in San Diego |
| Nurse Practitioner | $135,520 | $163,860 | +21% in San Diego |
Frequently asked questions
Is Providence or San Diego cheaper to live in?
Providence is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,964 a month there versus $3,011 in San Diego.
What salary do I need in San Diego to match $60,000 in Providence?
About $65,963 a year gives the same standard of living in San Diego.
Where do people earn more, Providence or San Diego?
The typical household earns $73,466 in Providence and $116,561 in San Diego, 37% more in San Diego.