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
$1,901
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,691
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$91,476
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$452,600
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,765
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$149
👥 People living there
487,887
207,055
Commute to work
22.7 min
24.1 min
College degree
42.7%
35.2%
Own their home
60.9%
42.8%
Below poverty line
9%
19.6%
Unemployment
5.6%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Colorado Springs for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick Worcester for cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Colorado Springs | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $60,510 | $82,260 | +36% in Worcester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,140 | $82,810 | +35% in Worcester |
| Electrician | $59,210 | $75,510 | +28% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $57,430 | $73,010 | +27% in Worcester |
| Lawyer | $106,320 | $129,400 | +22% in Worcester |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,230 | $36,840 | -20% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $61,460 | $73,800 | +20% in Worcester |
| Restaurant Cook | $38,000 | $44,250 | +16% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Colorado Springs or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs?
About $61,082 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Colorado Springs or Worcester?
The typical household earns $91,476 in Colorado Springs and $75,605 in Worcester, 21% more in Colorado Springs.
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