salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,999
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,921
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$92,376
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$439,600
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.1
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,231
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$128
$149
👥 People living there
505,268
207,055
Commute to work
26.5 min
24.1 min
College degree
59.2%
35.2%
Own their home
46.4%
42.8%
Below poverty line
16.9%
19.6%
Unemployment
5.9%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Atlanta 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 | Atlanta | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,460 | $36,840 | +100% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $50,680 | $73,010 | +44% in Worcester |
| Plumber | $58,380 | $82,260 | +41% in Worcester |
| Firefighter | $47,300 | $66,310 | +40% in Worcester |
| Physician Assistant | $111,810 | $152,860 | +37% in Worcester |
| Police Officer | $60,910 | $80,210 | +32% in Worcester |
| Electrician | $58,650 | $75,510 | +29% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $58,970 | $73,800 | +25% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Atlanta or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Atlanta and Worcester cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Atlanta?
About $61,478 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Atlanta or Worcester?
The typical household earns $92,376 in Atlanta and $75,605 in Worcester, 22% more in Atlanta.