salaryAkron is 10% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Worcester to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,129
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,068
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$51,850
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$122,000
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.4
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,950
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$97
$149
👥 People living there
189,247
207,055
Commute to work
22.2 min
24.1 min
College degree
23.6%
35.2%
Own their home
50.7%
42.8%
Below poverty line
23.3%
19.6%
Unemployment
7.8%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Akron for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Worcester for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Akron | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software Developer | $105,430 | $146,950 | +39% in Worcester |
| Market Research Analyst | $66,000 | $90,300 | +37% in Worcester |
| Plumber | $63,450 | $82,260 | +30% in Worcester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,070 | $79,060 | +27% in Worcester |
| Registered Nurse | $80,770 | $100,240 | +24% in Worcester |
| Restaurant Cook | $36,030 | $44,250 | +23% in Worcester |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,970 | $100,460 | +21% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $61,090 | $73,800 | +21% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Akron or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Akron is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,129 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Akron?
About $65,882 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Akron or Worcester?
The typical household earns $51,850 in Akron and $75,605 in Worcester, 31% more in Worcester.