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
$2,010
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,058
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$121,065
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$465,900
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,700
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$149
👥 People living there
290,594
207,055
Commute to work
25.4 min
24.1 min
College degree
60.5%
35.2%
Own their home
56.9%
42.8%
Below poverty line
6.8%
19.6%
Unemployment
4%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Plano 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.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Plano | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $36,840 | +52% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $48,740 | $73,010 | +50% in Worcester |
| Plumber | $61,250 | $82,260 | +34% in Worcester |
| Electrician | $59,010 | $75,510 | +28% in Worcester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,070 | $82,810 | +27% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $59,560 | $73,800 | +24% in Worcester |
| Lawyer | $168,510 | $129,400 | -23% in Worcester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,370 | $79,060 | +23% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Plano or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Plano 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 Plano?
About $59,670 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Plano or Worcester?
The typical household earns $121,065 in Plano and $75,605 in Worcester, 60% more in Plano.