salaryCleveland is 9% 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
$1,277
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,056
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$44,004
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$102,000
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.9
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,759
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$149
👥 People living there
366,097
207,055
Commute to work
22.5 min
24.1 min
College degree
22.4%
35.2%
Own their home
41.7%
42.8%
Below poverty line
30.6%
19.6%
Unemployment
10.8%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Cleveland 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 | Cleveland | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software Developer | $111,310 | $146,950 | +32% in Worcester |
| Plumber | $63,020 | $82,260 | +31% in Worcester |
| Market Research Analyst | $71,350 | $90,300 | +27% in Worcester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,900 | $79,060 | +24% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $60,650 | $73,010 | +20% in Worcester |
| Registered Nurse | $83,940 | $100,240 | +19% in Worcester |
| Restaurant Cook | $37,060 | $44,250 | +19% in Worcester |
| Cashier | $29,130 | $34,770 | +19% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cleveland or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Cleveland is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,277 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Cleveland?
About $65,494 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Cleveland or Worcester?
The typical household earns $44,004 in Cleveland and $75,605 in Worcester, 42% more in Worcester.