salaryProvidence is 7% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,964
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,603
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$73,466
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$362,200
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
101.8
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,418
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$126
$96
👥 People living there
191,767
681,294
Commute to work
25 min
30 min
College degree
34.6%
64.2%
Own their home
41.4%
41.5%
Below poverty line
20.7%
15.4%
Unemployment
8.2%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Providence for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Providence | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $133,000 | $195,190 | +47% in Washington |
| Operations Manager | $110,360 | $156,460 | +42% in Washington |
| Dental Hygienist | $89,310 | $119,170 | +33% in Washington |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,750 | $46,040 | +29% in Washington |
| Software Developer | $130,690 | $154,930 | +19% in Washington |
| Pharmacist | $130,840 | $150,540 | +15% in Washington |
| Restaurant Cook | $37,460 | $42,920 | +15% in Washington |
| Plumber | $79,820 | $71,860 | -10% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Providence or Washington cheaper to live in?
Providence is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,964 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Providence?
About $64,192 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Providence or Washington?
The typical household earns $73,466 in Providence and $118,495 in Washington, 38% more in Washington.