salaryAmarillo is 12% 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
$1,219
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$149
👥 People living there
201,885
207,055
Commute to work
19.6 min
24.1 min
College degree
26.6%
35.2%
Own their home
59.7%
42.8%
Below poverty line
15.8%
19.6%
Unemployment
3.4%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Worcester for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,710 | $36,840 | +62% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $47,780 | $73,010 | +53% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $49,840 | $73,800 | +48% in Worcester |
| Market Research Analyst | $61,380 | $90,300 | +47% in Worcester |
| Plumber | $55,970 | $82,260 | +47% in Worcester |
| Restaurant Cook | $30,560 | $44,250 | +45% in Worcester |
| Electrician | $54,360 | $75,510 | +39% in Worcester |
| Firefighter | $48,420 | $66,310 | +37% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Amarillo is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,219 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $66,994 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Worcester?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $75,605 in Worcester, 6% more in Worcester.