Corpus Christi is 11% 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
$1,516
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,396
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$72,684
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$210,400
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.7
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,387
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$198
$149
👥 People living there
317,419
207,055
Commute to work
21.3 min
24.1 min
College degree
24.4%
35.2%
Own their home
57.9%
42.8%
Below poverty line
17.1%
19.6%
Unemployment
5.1%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Corpus Christi for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Worcester for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Corpus Christi | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,820 | $36,840 | +61% in Worcester |
| Market Research Analyst | $55,980 | $90,300 | +61% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $47,200 | $73,010 | +55% in Worcester |
| Restaurant Cook | $30,670 | $44,250 | +44% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $51,760 | $73,800 | +43% in Worcester |
| Plumber | $59,390 | $82,260 | +39% in Worcester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,210 | $82,810 | +38% in Worcester |
| Firefighter | $48,700 | $66,310 | +36% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Corpus Christi or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Corpus Christi is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,516 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Corpus Christi?
About $66,379 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Corpus Christi or Worcester?
The typical household earns $72,684 in Corpus Christi and $75,605 in Worcester, 4% more in Worcester.
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