salaryNorfolk is 5% 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
$1,628
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,322
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$71,299
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$289,900
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.9
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,890
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$149
👥 People living there
233,596
207,055
Commute to work
23 min
24.1 min
College degree
33.5%
35.2%
Own their home
46.3%
42.8%
Below poverty line
16.5%
19.6%
Unemployment
5.7%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Norfolk 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 | Norfolk | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenter | $51,500 | $73,010 | +42% in Worcester |
| Police Officer | $59,690 | $80,210 | +34% in Worcester |
| Plumber | $61,870 | $82,260 | +33% in Worcester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $63,380 | $82,810 | +31% in Worcester |
| Market Research Analyst | $69,560 | $90,300 | +30% in Worcester |
| Customer Service Representative | $38,150 | $47,540 | +25% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $59,470 | $73,800 | +24% in Worcester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,370 | $79,060 | +23% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Norfolk or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Norfolk is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,628 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Norfolk?
About $62,807 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Norfolk or Worcester?
The typical household earns $71,299 in Norfolk and $75,605 in Worcester, 6% more in Worcester.