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
$2,185
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,814
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$103,336
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$463,600
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,160
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$204
$149
👥 People living there
196,906
207,055
Commute to work
28.2 min
24.1 min
College degree
36.3%
35.2%
Own their home
76%
42.8%
Below poverty line
8.4%
19.6%
Unemployment
4%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Peoria for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Worcester for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Peoria or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Peoria 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 Peoria?
About $61,100 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Peoria or Worcester?
The typical household earns $103,336 in Peoria and $75,605 in Worcester, 37% more in Peoria.