salaryChattanooga 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
$1,537
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,305
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$69,588
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$283,200
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.5
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,265
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$149
👥 People living there
185,783
207,055
Commute to work
18.5 min
24.1 min
College degree
36%
35.2%
Own their home
52.4%
42.8%
Below poverty line
19.1%
19.6%
Unemployment
5.4%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Chattanooga for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick Worcester for higher incomes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chattanooga | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $51,330 | $80,210 | +56% in Worcester |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,240 | $36,840 | +52% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $50,950 | $73,800 | +45% in Worcester |
| Firefighter | $46,060 | $66,310 | +44% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $50,760 | $73,010 | +44% in Worcester |
| Plumber | $58,720 | $82,260 | +40% in Worcester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,830 | $82,810 | +38% in Worcester |
| Software Developer | $106,750 | $146,950 | +38% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chattanooga or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Chattanooga is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,537 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Chattanooga?
About $67,255 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Chattanooga or Worcester?
The typical household earns $69,588 in Chattanooga and $75,605 in Worcester, 8% more in Worcester.