Median Income
$48,750
35% lower than US avg
Home Value
$150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.0%
85% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
24.0%
94% higher than US avg
How Providence Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population101
Median Age65.9 yrs
Density58/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans100.0%
Economy
B
Median Income$48,750
Per Capita$39,131
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty24.0%
County GDP$1,108M
Commute32 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$150,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity41.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease7.9%
Climate
Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.2 in/yr
Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.0%
High School+82.0%
School Score4.40
Community
2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute32 min
Broadband58.0%
Libraries2
Is Providence a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Providence receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Providence offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Providence is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 24.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Providence is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Providence enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Providence has a population of 101 with a density of 58 people per square mile. The median age is 65.9 years, 69% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.1%), with 5.9% Black.
Population
65.9yrs
Median Age
69% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Providence vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Providence vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Providence is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income: Providence vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $48,750 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $39,131 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,027 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,967 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 24.0% |
| 94% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 568 |
| County GDP | $1,108M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 37 |
| Healthcare | 52 |
| Retail | 98 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,588 |
| 55% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.06% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 96.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Providence is $150,000, 47% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $150,000 |
| 47% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,588 |
| 55% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.06% |
In Providence, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 34.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Providence vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.2% |
| 28% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 15.3% |
| Heart Disease | 7.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 43.7% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 10.7% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.3% |
| Depression | 27.2% |
| Mental Distress | 20.9% |
| Physical Distress | 17.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.6% |
| Premature Death | 14,679/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 47.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 52 |
Providence has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.2°F |
| 19% above US avg |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 56.2 inches |
| 48% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 98 ft (30 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 58/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.3424°N, 87.7761°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 01091 |