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
$1,775
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,560
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$85,748
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$303,000
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,191
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$186
$149
👥 People living there
963,194
207,055
Commute to work
27.1 min
24.1 min
College degree
32%
35.2%
Own their home
57%
42.8%
Below poverty line
13.1%
19.6%
Unemployment
4.8%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Worth for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
- Pick Worcester for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Worth | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $36,840 | +52% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $48,740 | $73,010 | +50% in Worcester |
| Plumber | $61,250 | $82,260 | +34% in Worcester |
| Electrician | $59,010 | $75,510 | +28% in Worcester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,070 | $82,810 | +27% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $59,560 | $73,800 | +24% in Worcester |
| Lawyer | $168,510 | $129,400 | -23% in Worcester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,370 | $79,060 | +23% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Worth or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Fort Worth 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 Fort Worth?
About $59,670 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Fort Worth or Worcester?
The typical household earns $85,748 in Fort Worth and $75,605 in Worcester, 13% more in Fort Worth.