salaryWorcester is 7% 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
$2,474
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,057
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$103,765
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$652,700
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.5
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,485
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$91
$149
👥 People living there
200,928
207,055
Commute to work
25.3 min
24.1 min
College degree
19.5%
35.2%
Own their home
54.4%
42.8%
Below poverty line
11%
19.6%
Unemployment
6.5%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Oxnard for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Worcester for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Oxnard | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $119,640 | $80,210 | -33% in Worcester |
| Plumber | $62,300 | $82,260 | +32% in Worcester |
| Lawyer | $185,520 | $129,400 | -30% in Worcester |
| Registered Nurse | $131,160 | $100,240 | -24% in Worcester |
| Dental Hygienist | $126,530 | $100,460 | -21% in Worcester |
| Pharmacist | $160,430 | $132,930 | -17% in Worcester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $99,420 | $82,810 | -17% in Worcester |
| Electrician | $64,840 | $75,510 | +16% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Oxnard or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Worcester is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,952 a month there versus $2,474 in Oxnard.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Oxnard?
About $55,651 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Oxnard or Worcester?
The typical household earns $103,765 in Oxnard and $75,605 in Worcester, 37% more in Oxnard.