salaryAustin is 5% 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
$1,932
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,941
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$101,010
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$555,300
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.1
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,024
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$134
$149
👥 People living there
979,539
207,055
Commute to work
23.7 min
24.1 min
College degree
59.6%
35.2%
Own their home
43.4%
42.8%
Below poverty line
12%
19.6%
Unemployment
4.7%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Austin for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
- Pick Worcester for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Austin | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenter | $50,260 | $73,010 | +45% in Worcester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,270 | $82,810 | +35% in Worcester |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,260 | $36,840 | +35% in Worcester |
| Plumber | $62,810 | $82,260 | +31% in Worcester |
| Electrician | $60,390 | $75,510 | +25% in Worcester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,580 | $79,060 | +22% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $60,820 | $73,800 | +21% in Worcester |
| Restaurant Cook | $36,810 | $44,250 | +20% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Austin or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Austin is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,932 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Austin?
About $62,727 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Austin or Worcester?
The typical household earns $101,010 in Austin and $75,605 in Worcester, 34% more in Austin.