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
$3,405
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$3,344
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$147,451
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$1,191,500
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,543
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$149
👥 People living there
311,690
207,055
Commute to work
24.7 min
24.1 min
College degree
70.6%
35.2%
Own their home
44.5%
42.8%
Below poverty line
10.8%
19.6%
Unemployment
5.9%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Irvine 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 | Irvine | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $121,980 | $80,210 | -34% in Worcester |
| Lawyer | $194,410 | $129,400 | -33% in Worcester |
| Firefighter | $98,050 | $66,310 | -32% in Worcester |
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $100,240 | -26% in Worcester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,860 | $82,810 | -19% in Worcester |
| Dental Hygienist | $122,980 | $100,460 | -18% in Worcester |
| Nurse Practitioner | $161,470 | $135,120 | -16% in Worcester |
| Plumber | $71,110 | $82,260 | +16% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Irvine or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Worcester is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,952 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Irvine?
About $54,166 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Irvine or Worcester?
The typical household earns $147,451 in Irvine and $75,605 in Worcester, 95% more in Irvine.