salaryCharlotte is 5% 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
$1,881
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,690
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$88,510
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$385,700
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.3
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,808
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$126
$149
👥 People living there
903,844
207,055
Commute to work
24.7 min
24.1 min
College degree
48%
35.2%
Own their home
51%
42.8%
Below poverty line
11.7%
19.6%
Unemployment
4.6%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Charlotte for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
- Pick Worcester for cheaper homes, shorter commutes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Charlotte | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $38,700 | $66,310 | +71% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $50,960 | $73,010 | +43% in Worcester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,680 | $82,810 | +41% in Worcester |
| Plumber | $58,690 | $82,260 | +40% in Worcester |
| Electrician | $59,080 | $75,510 | +28% in Worcester |
| Police Officer | $63,190 | $80,210 | +27% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $59,840 | $73,800 | +23% in Worcester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $65,140 | $79,060 | +21% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Charlotte or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Charlotte is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,881 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Charlotte?
About $63,190 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Charlotte or Worcester?
The typical household earns $88,510 in Charlotte and $75,605 in Worcester, 17% more in Charlotte.