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
$1,619
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,479
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$67,058
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$229,600
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.5
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,354
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$149
👥 People living there
573,243
207,055
Commute to work
29.1 min
24.1 min
College degree
36.1%
35.2%
Own their home
47.5%
42.8%
Below poverty line
19.7%
19.6%
Unemployment
6.5%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Baltimore for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Worcester for higher incomes, shorter commutes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Baltimore | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $63,200 | $82,260 | +30% in Worcester |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,620 | $90,300 | +21% in Worcester |
| Restaurant Cook | $37,420 | $44,250 | +18% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $62,380 | $73,010 | +17% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $63,180 | $73,800 | +17% in Worcester |
| Electrician | $65,590 | $75,510 | +15% in Worcester |
| Dental Hygienist | $116,130 | $100,460 | -13% in Worcester |
| Customer Service Representative | $42,850 | $47,540 | +11% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Baltimore or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Baltimore 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 Baltimore?
About $58,872 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Baltimore or Worcester?
The typical household earns $67,058 in Baltimore and $75,605 in Worcester, 11% more in Worcester.