salaryLubbock 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
$1,301
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,195
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$65,675
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$212,400
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.3
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,333
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$184
$149
👥 People living there
264,814
207,055
Commute to work
16.3 min
24.1 min
College degree
35.1%
35.2%
Own their home
51.2%
42.8%
Below poverty line
18.9%
19.6%
Unemployment
5.2%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Lubbock 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 | Lubbock | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $52,820 | $90,300 | +71% in Worcester |
| Plumber | $48,950 | $82,260 | +68% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $43,500 | $73,010 | +68% in Worcester |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,560 | $36,840 | +63% in Worcester |
| Electrician | $47,000 | $75,510 | +61% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $49,850 | $73,800 | +48% in Worcester |
| Restaurant Cook | $30,250 | $44,250 | +46% in Worcester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,220 | $82,810 | +40% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lubbock or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Lubbock is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,301 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Lubbock?
About $67,363 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Lubbock or Worcester?
The typical household earns $65,675 in Lubbock and $75,605 in Worcester, 13% more in Worcester.