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
$1,983
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,622
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$84,017
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$334,100
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.6
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,943
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$90
$149
👥 People living there
2,711,226
207,055
Commute to work
33.1 min
24.1 min
College degree
44.3%
35.2%
Own their home
46%
42.8%
Below poverty line
16.8%
19.6%
Unemployment
8%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Chicago for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Worcester for lower rent, shorter commutes, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chicago | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | $102,350 | $75,510 | -26% in Worcester |
| Police Officer | $107,810 | $80,210 | -26% in Worcester |
| Lawyer | $165,660 | $129,400 | -22% in Worcester |
| Plumber | $103,380 | $82,260 | -20% in Worcester |
| Firefighter | $82,820 | $66,310 | -20% in Worcester |
| Physician Assistant | $127,940 | $152,860 | +19% in Worcester |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $31,200 | $36,840 | +18% in Worcester |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $103,490 | $119,260 | +15% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chicago or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Chicago 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 Chicago?
About $59,379 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Chicago or Worcester?
The typical household earns $84,017 in Chicago and $75,605 in Worcester, 11% more in Chicago.