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
$2,470
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,839
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$86,979
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$369,200
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.2
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,585
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$185
$149
👥 People living there
232,491
207,055
Commute to work
30.5 min
24.1 min
College degree
28.1%
35.2%
Own their home
84%
42.8%
Below poverty line
9.5%
19.6%
Unemployment
6%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Port St. Lucie for higher incomes, cheaper homes, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Worcester for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Port St. Lucie | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $50,990 | $82,260 | +61% in Worcester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $53,610 | $82,810 | +54% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $48,640 | $73,010 | +50% in Worcester |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $87,720 | $119,260 | +36% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $57,210 | $73,800 | +29% in Worcester |
| Electrician | $58,540 | $75,510 | +29% in Worcester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $61,300 | $79,060 | +29% in Worcester |
| Truck Driver | $48,590 | $61,610 | +27% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Port St. Lucie or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Port St. Lucie 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 Port St. Lucie?
About $61,374 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Port St. Lucie or Worcester?
The typical household earns $86,979 in Port St. Lucie and $75,605 in Worcester, 15% more in Port St. Lucie.
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