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
$1,532
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,510
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$63,836
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$384,200
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.2
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,553
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$142
$149
👥 People living there
185,913
207,055
Commute to work
23.2 min
24.1 min
College degree
24.1%
35.2%
Own their home
41.9%
42.8%
Below poverty line
17.6%
19.6%
Unemployment
9.8%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Paradise for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes and 1 more.
- Pick Worcester for higher incomes, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Paradise | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $59,700 | $82,260 | +38% in Worcester |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,110 | $36,840 | +36% in Worcester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,040 | $82,810 | +27% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $60,240 | $73,800 | +23% in Worcester |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,670 | $90,300 | +21% in Worcester |
| Customer Service Representative | $39,560 | $47,540 | +20% in Worcester |
| Cashier | $29,360 | $34,770 | +18% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $62,380 | $73,010 | +17% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Paradise or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Paradise 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 Paradise?
About $61,382 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Paradise or Worcester?
The typical household earns $63,836 in Paradise and $75,605 in Worcester, 16% more in Worcester.