salaryBirmingham is 12% 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
$1,291
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$149
👥 People living there
198,173
207,055
Commute to work
20.8 min
24.1 min
College degree
31.1%
35.2%
Own their home
45.5%
42.8%
Below poverty line
24.7%
19.6%
Unemployment
5.8%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Worcester for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Birmingham | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $61,730 | $100,460 | +63% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $48,740 | $73,800 | +51% in Worcester |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,190 | $90,300 | +45% in Worcester |
| Physician Assistant | $105,440 | $152,860 | +45% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $50,400 | $73,010 | +45% in Worcester |
| Plumber | $60,090 | $82,260 | +37% in Worcester |
| Electrician | $56,630 | $75,510 | +33% in Worcester |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,670 | $36,840 | +33% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Birmingham is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,291 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Birmingham?
About $67,123 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or Worcester?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $75,605 in Worcester, 34% more in Worcester.