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
$2,018
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,407
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$86,862
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$371,700
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.9
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,619
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$203
$149
👥 People living there
411,986
207,055
Commute to work
23.6 min
24.1 min
College degree
23.6%
35.2%
Own their home
60.6%
42.8%
Below poverty line
16.3%
19.6%
Unemployment
7%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Bakersfield for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Worcester for lower rent, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Bakersfield | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $69,910 | $90,300 | +29% in Worcester |
| Plumber | $66,450 | $82,260 | +24% in Worcester |
| Physician Assistant | $198,070 | $152,860 | -23% in Worcester |
| Registered Nurse | $128,810 | $100,240 | -22% in Worcester |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $100,400 | $119,260 | +19% in Worcester |
| Nurse Practitioner | $165,580 | $135,120 | -18% in Worcester |
| Accountant | $79,620 | $94,070 | +18% in Worcester |
| Pharmacist | $161,930 | $132,930 | -18% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Bakersfield or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield?
About $60,974 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Bakersfield or Worcester?
The typical household earns $86,862 in Bakersfield and $75,605 in Worcester, 15% more in Bakersfield.