salaryMontgomery is 14% 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
$1,304
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,085
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$61,271
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$161,900
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.7
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$643
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$185
$149
👥 People living there
197,494
207,055
Commute to work
20.7 min
24.1 min
College degree
33.8%
35.2%
Own their home
54.4%
42.8%
Below poverty line
21.5%
19.6%
Unemployment
6.4%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Montgomery for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Worcester for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Montgomery | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $60,120 | $100,460 | +67% in Worcester |
| Police Officer | $48,490 | $80,210 | +65% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $47,360 | $73,010 | +54% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $48,680 | $73,800 | +52% in Worcester |
| Electrician | $49,910 | $75,510 | +51% in Worcester |
| Physician Assistant | $102,040 | $152,860 | +50% in Worcester |
| Market Research Analyst | $61,240 | $90,300 | +47% in Worcester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $55,410 | $79,060 | +43% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Montgomery or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Montgomery is about 14% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,304 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Montgomery?
About $68,591 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Montgomery or Worcester?
The typical household earns $61,271 in Montgomery and $75,605 in Worcester, 19% more in Worcester.