salaryAlbuquerque is 7% 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
$1,401
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,284
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$73,680
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$291,500
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.5
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,678
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$149
👥 People living there
562,218
207,055
Commute to work
22.4 min
24.1 min
College degree
39.2%
35.2%
Own their home
61.8%
42.8%
Below poverty line
15.5%
19.6%
Unemployment
5.4%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Albuquerque for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick Worcester for higher incomes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Albuquerque | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $42,420 | $66,310 | +56% in Worcester |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,040 | $90,300 | +46% in Worcester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $57,370 | $79,060 | +38% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $57,110 | $73,800 | +29% in Worcester |
| Plumber | $63,900 | $82,260 | +29% in Worcester |
| Electrician | $59,120 | $75,510 | +28% in Worcester |
| Restaurant Cook | $35,190 | $44,250 | +26% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $60,080 | $73,010 | +22% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Albuquerque or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Albuquerque is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,401 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Albuquerque?
About $64,381 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Albuquerque or Worcester?
The typical household earns $73,680 in Albuquerque and $75,605 in Worcester, 3% more in Worcester.