salaryLouisville 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
$1,278
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,200
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$72,097
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$233,900
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,989
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$167
$149
👥 People living there
631,818
207,055
Commute to work
22.5 min
24.1 min
College degree
33.8%
35.2%
Own their home
60.7%
42.8%
Below poverty line
15.8%
19.6%
Unemployment
5.5%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Louisville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Worcester for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Louisville | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $45,160 | $66,310 | +47% in Worcester |
| Market Research Analyst | $63,280 | $90,300 | +43% in Worcester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,610 | $82,810 | +34% in Worcester |
| Software Developer | $110,270 | $146,950 | +33% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $56,520 | $73,010 | +29% in Worcester |
| Police Officer | $63,220 | $80,210 | +27% in Worcester |
| Operations Manager | $89,140 | $111,900 | +26% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $58,930 | $73,800 | +25% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Louisville or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Louisville is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,278 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Louisville?
About $66,091 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Louisville or Worcester?
The typical household earns $72,097 in Louisville and $75,605 in Worcester, 5% more in Worcester.