salaryWorcester is 10% 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
$2,109
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,075
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$89,656
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$486,700
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
114.2
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,516
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$149
👥 People living there
185,604
207,055
Commute to work
26.1 min
24.1 min
College degree
40.8%
35.2%
Own their home
54.1%
42.8%
Below poverty line
15%
19.6%
Unemployment
5.3%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Lauderdale for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Worcester for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Lauderdale | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $57,760 | $82,260 | +42% in Worcester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,300 | $82,810 | +42% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $51,570 | $73,010 | +42% in Worcester |
| Electrician | $58,630 | $75,510 | +29% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $58,040 | $73,800 | +27% in Worcester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,610 | $79,060 | +26% in Worcester |
| Civil Engineer | $83,750 | $101,770 | +22% in Worcester |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,780 | $100,460 | +21% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Lauderdale or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Worcester is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,952 a month there versus $2,109 in Fort Lauderdale.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Fort Lauderdale?
About $53,886 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Fort Lauderdale or Worcester?
The typical household earns $89,656 in Fort Lauderdale and $75,605 in Worcester, 19% more in Fort Lauderdale.
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