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
$2,339
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,738
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$84,235
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$373,500
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.3
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,176
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$149
👥 People living there
215,536
207,055
Commute to work
29.9 min
24.1 min
College degree
26.9%
35.2%
Own their home
77.2%
42.8%
Below poverty line
10.7%
19.6%
Unemployment
3.8%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Cape Coral for higher incomes, cheaper homes, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Worcester for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cape Coral | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $51,690 | $82,260 | +59% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $49,210 | $73,010 | +48% in Worcester |
| Market Research Analyst | $65,180 | $90,300 | +39% in Worcester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,470 | $82,810 | +37% in Worcester |
| Electrician | $57,930 | $75,510 | +30% in Worcester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $61,530 | $79,060 | +28% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $58,170 | $73,800 | +27% in Worcester |
| Truck Driver | $48,950 | $61,610 | +26% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cape Coral or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Cape Coral 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 Cape Coral?
About $60,102 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Cape Coral or Worcester?
The typical household earns $84,235 in Cape Coral and $75,605 in Worcester, 11% more in Cape Coral.