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
$1,814
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,623
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$66,816
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$243,100
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.6
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,003
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$112
$149
👥 People living there
1,579,706
207,055
Commute to work
31.7 min
24.1 min
College degree
35.4%
35.2%
Own their home
51.8%
42.8%
Below poverty line
21.4%
19.6%
Unemployment
8.1%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Philadelphia for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Worcester for higher incomes, shorter commutes, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Philadelphia | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $170,660 | $129,400 | -24% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $61,780 | $73,010 | +18% in Worcester |
| Restaurant Cook | $38,270 | $44,250 | +16% in Worcester |
| Firefighter | $78,050 | $66,310 | -15% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $64,580 | $73,800 | +14% in Worcester |
| Market Research Analyst | $79,420 | $90,300 | +14% in Worcester |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $105,050 | $119,260 | +14% in Worcester |
| Physician Assistant | $135,640 | $152,860 | +13% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Philadelphia or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?
About $59,982 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Philadelphia or Worcester?
The typical household earns $66,816 in Philadelphia and $75,605 in Worcester, 12% more in Worcester.
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