Side-by-side
Richmond vs Providence
Scored for a 1-person household earning $6,700/mo gross. Green cells mark the best value in each row.
| Metric | Richmond, VA54 | Providence, RI46 |
|---|---|---|
| Fit score | 54 | 46 |
| Affordability | 83 | 62 |
| Housing | 36 | 31 |
| Jobs | 59 | 38 |
| Safety | 11 | 14 |
| Climate | 100 | 90 |
| Amenities | 26 | 44 |
| Est. monthly cost | $4,059 | $4,849 |
| Typical rent (household-sized) | $1,430 | $1,949 |
| Median home value | $328,100 | $322,800 |
| Median HH income | $62,671 | $66,772 |
| Unemployment | 3.1% | 3.8% |
| Population | 227.6K | 190.2K |
| Summer high / winter low | 90° / 28° | 83° / 21° |
| Sunny days / yr | 210 | 202 |