salaryMemphis 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
$1,399
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,194
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$55,797
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$169,000
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.2
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,845
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$223
$149
👥 People living there
618,980
207,055
Commute to work
21.1 min
24.1 min
College degree
28%
35.2%
Own their home
44.9%
42.8%
Below poverty line
23.1%
19.6%
Unemployment
8.3%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Memphis for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Worcester for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Memphis | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,550 | $36,840 | +50% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $50,620 | $73,010 | +44% in Worcester |
| Plumber | $58,690 | $82,260 | +40% in Worcester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,510 | $82,810 | +35% in Worcester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $59,140 | $79,060 | +34% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $56,780 | $73,800 | +30% in Worcester |
| Dental Hygienist | $78,580 | $100,460 | +28% in Worcester |
| Market Research Analyst | $71,600 | $90,300 | +26% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Memphis or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Memphis is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,399 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Memphis?
About $66,733 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Memphis or Worcester?
The typical household earns $55,797 in Memphis and $75,605 in Worcester, 26% more in Worcester.