salaryWorcester is 3% cheaperBased 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
$1,874
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,915
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$98,056
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$581,500
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,743
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$106
$149
👥 People living there
641,165
207,055
Commute to work
24.1 min
24.1 min
College degree
53.8%
35.2%
Own their home
52%
42.8%
Below poverty line
12.7%
19.6%
Unemployment
5.8%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Portland for lower rent, higher incomes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Worcester for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Portland | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $54,780 | $36,840 | -33% in Worcester |
| Electrician | $105,090 | $75,510 | -28% in Worcester |
| Registered Nurse | $130,310 | $100,240 | -23% in Worcester |
| Firefighter | $85,170 | $66,310 | -22% in Worcester |
| Pharmacist | $168,830 | $132,930 | -21% in Worcester |
| Plumber | $101,010 | $82,260 | -19% in Worcester |
| Dental Hygienist | $123,100 | $100,460 | -18% in Worcester |
| Police Officer | $97,200 | $80,210 | -17% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Portland or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Worcester is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,952 a month there versus $1,874 in Portland.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Portland?
About $58,351 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Portland or Worcester?
The typical household earns $98,056 in Portland and $75,605 in Worcester, 30% more in Portland.