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
$1,789
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,484
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$76,564
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$374,800
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.2
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,723
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$202
$149
👥 People living there
545,970
207,055
Commute to work
22.4 min
24.1 min
College degree
25.5%
35.2%
Own their home
50.1%
42.8%
Below poverty line
20.1%
19.6%
Unemployment
8.9%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Fresno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 1 more.
- Pick Worcester for cheaper homes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fresno | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $62,880 | $90,300 | +44% in Worcester |
| Plumber | $64,400 | $82,260 | +28% in Worcester |
| Pharmacist | $169,160 | $132,930 | -21% in Worcester |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $98,900 | $119,260 | +21% in Worcester |
| Lawyer | $162,680 | $129,400 | -20% in Worcester |
| Police Officer | $100,770 | $80,210 | -20% in Worcester |
| Registered Nurse | $125,420 | $100,240 | -20% in Worcester |
| Accountant | $78,690 | $94,070 | +20% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fresno or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Fresno 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 Fresno?
About $60,214 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Fresno or Worcester?
The typical household earns $76,564 in Fresno and $75,605 in Worcester, 1% more in Fresno.