salaryWorcester is 6% 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
$2,666
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$149
👥 People living there
236,254
207,055
Commute to work
26.2 min
24.1 min
College degree
77.1%
35.2%
Own their home
41.3%
42.8%
Below poverty line
7.4%
19.6%
Unemployment
3.3%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Worcester for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $129,400 | -34% in Worcester |
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $111,900 | -28% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $60,800 | $73,010 | +20% in Worcester |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $36,840 | -20% in Worcester |
| Dental Hygienist | $119,170 | $100,460 | -16% in Worcester |
| Plumber | $71,860 | $82,260 | +14% in Worcester |
| Pharmacist | $150,540 | $132,930 | -12% in Worcester |
| Accountant | $102,140 | $94,070 | -8% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Worcester is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,952 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $56,495 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Worcester?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $75,605 in Worcester, 103% more in Arlington.