salaryKansas City 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
$1,535
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,400
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$74,596
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$242,900
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.5
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,671
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$138
$149
👥 People living there
510,612
207,055
Commute to work
21.7 min
24.1 min
College degree
38.4%
35.2%
Own their home
55.4%
42.8%
Below poverty line
14.6%
19.6%
Unemployment
4.4%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Kansas City for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick Worcester for higher incomes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Kansas City | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,060 | $82,810 | +36% in Worcester |
| Police Officer | $62,960 | $80,210 | +27% in Worcester |
| Market Research Analyst | $72,580 | $90,300 | +24% in Worcester |
| Operations Manager | $90,490 | $111,900 | +24% in Worcester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,420 | $79,060 | +23% in Worcester |
| Registered Nurse | $83,040 | $100,240 | +21% in Worcester |
| Restaurant Cook | $37,370 | $44,250 | +18% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $61,810 | $73,010 | +18% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Kansas City or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Kansas City is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,535 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Kansas City?
About $66,471 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Kansas City or Worcester?
The typical household earns $74,596 in Kansas City and $75,605 in Worcester, 1% more in Worcester.