salaryFayetteville 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
$1,530
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,235
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$62,992
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$188,000
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.0
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,915
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$190
$149
👥 People living there
210,815
207,055
Commute to work
19.1 min
24.1 min
College degree
29%
35.2%
Own their home
47.4%
42.8%
Below poverty line
17.7%
19.6%
Unemployment
7.9%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Fayetteville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Worcester for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fayetteville | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $36,820 | $66,310 | +80% in Worcester |
| Police Officer | $48,160 | $80,210 | +67% in Worcester |
| Plumber | $51,740 | $82,260 | +59% in Worcester |
| Market Research Analyst | $57,730 | $90,300 | +56% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $46,800 | $73,010 | +56% in Worcester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $54,350 | $82,810 | +52% in Worcester |
| Customer Service Representative | $35,130 | $47,540 | +35% in Worcester |
| Restaurant Cook | $32,720 | $44,250 | +35% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fayetteville or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Fayetteville is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,530 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Fayetteville?
About $66,879 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Fayetteville or Worcester?
The typical household earns $62,992 in Fayetteville and $75,605 in Worcester, 17% more in Worcester.
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