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
$1,988
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,761
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$86,162
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$442,700
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.1
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,835
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$166
$149
👥 People living there
219,215
207,055
Commute to work
30.2 min
24.1 min
College degree
21.2%
35.2%
Own their home
58.9%
42.8%
Below poverty line
13.3%
19.6%
Unemployment
7.2%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Modesto for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Worcester for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Modesto | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $63,280 | $82,260 | +30% in Worcester |
| Market Research Analyst | $71,600 | $90,300 | +26% in Worcester |
| Registered Nurse | $132,590 | $100,240 | -24% in Worcester |
| Software Developer | $119,770 | $146,950 | +23% in Worcester |
| Nurse Practitioner | $173,380 | $135,120 | -22% in Worcester |
| Lawyer | $164,010 | $129,400 | -21% in Worcester |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $99,760 | $119,260 | +20% in Worcester |
| Dental Hygienist | $123,910 | $100,460 | -19% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Modesto or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Modesto 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 Modesto?
About $59,087 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Modesto or Worcester?
The typical household earns $86,162 in Modesto and $75,605 in Worcester, 14% more in Modesto.