salaryMadison is 5% 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
$1,723
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,628
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$84,177
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$372,900
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.3
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,541
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$120
$149
👥 People living there
278,001
207,055
Commute to work
19.4 min
24.1 min
College degree
59.9%
35.2%
Own their home
46%
42.8%
Below poverty line
16.4%
19.6%
Unemployment
2.7%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Madison for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 5 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Madison | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $67,990 | $90,300 | +33% in Worcester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $63,690 | $82,810 | +30% in Worcester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,550 | $79,060 | +22% in Worcester |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $30,910 | $36,840 | +19% in Worcester |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $100,550 | $119,260 | +19% in Worcester |
| Firefighter | $56,430 | $66,310 | +18% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $63,150 | $73,800 | +17% in Worcester |
| Accountant | $81,130 | $94,070 | +16% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Madison or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Madison is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,723 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Madison?
About $63,229 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Madison or Worcester?
The typical household earns $84,177 in Madison and $75,605 in Worcester, 11% more in Madison.