salaryBuffalo is 7% 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
$1,397
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,121
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$53,969
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$164,200
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.8
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,622
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$99
$149
👥 People living there
276,854
207,055
Commute to work
19.9 min
24.1 min
College degree
31.2%
35.2%
Own their home
43%
42.8%
Below poverty line
26%
19.6%
Unemployment
7.3%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Buffalo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Worcester for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Buffalo | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,370 | $79,060 | +25% in Worcester |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,470 | $100,460 | +22% in Worcester |
| Physician Assistant | $126,360 | $152,860 | +21% in Worcester |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,580 | $36,840 | -21% in Worcester |
| Market Research Analyst | $75,990 | $90,300 | +19% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $62,180 | $73,800 | +19% in Worcester |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $101,660 | $119,260 | +17% in Worcester |
| Restaurant Cook | $38,060 | $44,250 | +16% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Buffalo or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Buffalo is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,397 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Buffalo?
About $64,181 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Buffalo or Worcester?
The typical household earns $53,969 in Buffalo and $75,605 in Worcester, 29% more in Worcester.