salaryKnoxville 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
$1,544
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,305
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$58,281
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$239,700
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.6
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,527
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$180
$149
👥 People living there
195,185
207,055
Commute to work
20.2 min
24.1 min
College degree
34.6%
35.2%
Own their home
46.6%
42.8%
Below poverty line
20.2%
19.6%
Unemployment
4.5%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Knoxville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Worcester for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Knoxville | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenter | $50,400 | $73,010 | +45% in Worcester |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,890 | $90,300 | +44% in Worcester |
| Police Officer | $56,380 | $80,210 | +42% in Worcester |
| Physician Assistant | $107,980 | $152,860 | +42% in Worcester |
| Firefighter | $47,160 | $66,310 | +41% in Worcester |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $85,730 | $119,260 | +39% in Worcester |
| Plumber | $59,860 | $82,260 | +37% in Worcester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $57,960 | $79,060 | +36% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Knoxville or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Knoxville is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,544 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Knoxville?
About $66,452 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Knoxville or Worcester?
The typical household earns $58,281 in Knoxville and $75,605 in Worcester, 23% more in Worcester.