salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,826
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,712
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$89,248
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$408,000
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.3
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,604
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$168
$149
👥 People living there
511,764
207,055
Commute to work
24.7 min
24.1 min
College degree
32.5%
35.2%
Own their home
64.4%
42.8%
Below poverty line
10.3%
19.6%
Unemployment
4.2%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Mesa for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
- Pick Worcester for cheaper homes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Mesa | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,180 | $82,810 | +40% in Worcester |
| Plumber | $63,750 | $82,260 | +29% in Worcester |
| Electrician | $61,210 | $75,510 | +23% in Worcester |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $47,530 | $36,840 | -22% in Worcester |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,590 | $90,300 | +21% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $60,320 | $73,010 | +21% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $61,170 | $73,800 | +21% in Worcester |
| Accountant | $80,820 | $94,070 | +16% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Mesa or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Mesa and Worcester cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Mesa?
About $59,539 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Mesa or Worcester?
The typical household earns $89,248 in Mesa and $75,605 in Worcester, 18% more in Mesa.