salaryMobile is 16% 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
$1,257
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,109
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$57,762
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$193,300
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
88.1
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$968
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$149
👥 People living there
203,416
207,055
Commute to work
22.8 min
24.1 min
College degree
32%
35.2%
Own their home
54%
42.8%
Below poverty line
18.4%
19.6%
Unemployment
5.6%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Mobile 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 | Mobile | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $47,000 | $80,210 | +71% in Worcester |
| Dental Hygienist | $60,710 | $100,460 | +65% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $47,960 | $73,800 | +54% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $48,540 | $73,010 | +50% in Worcester |
| Market Research Analyst | $60,340 | $90,300 | +50% in Worcester |
| Nursing Assistant | $30,880 | $45,710 | +48% in Worcester |
| Physician Assistant | $104,960 | $152,860 | +46% in Worcester |
| Firefighter | $46,770 | $66,310 | +42% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Mobile or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Mobile is about 16% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,257 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Mobile?
About $69,824 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Mobile or Worcester?
The typical household earns $57,762 in Mobile and $75,605 in Worcester, 24% more in Worcester.