salaryLincoln is 12% 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
$1,328
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,219
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$77,509
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$264,000
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,023
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$104
$149
👥 People living there
294,856
207,055
Commute to work
18.4 min
24.1 min
College degree
41.8%
35.2%
Own their home
56.1%
42.8%
Below poverty line
12.7%
19.6%
Unemployment
3.3%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Lincoln for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 5 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lincoln | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $58,750 | $90,300 | +54% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $49,910 | $73,010 | +46% in Worcester |
| Software Developer | $101,690 | $146,950 | +45% in Worcester |
| Accountant | $65,170 | $94,070 | +44% in Worcester |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $87,500 | $119,260 | +36% in Worcester |
| Plumber | $60,670 | $82,260 | +36% in Worcester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,940 | $82,810 | +34% in Worcester |
| Lawyer | $101,300 | $129,400 | +28% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lincoln or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Lincoln is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,328 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Lincoln?
About $67,169 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Lincoln or Worcester?
The typical household earns $77,509 in Lincoln and $75,605 in Worcester, 3% more in Lincoln.