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
$1,783
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,726
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$87,100
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$548,300
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
101.0
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,358
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$149
👥 People living there
273,212
207,055
Commute to work
20.3 min
24.1 min
College degree
36.8%
35.2%
Own their home
49.8%
42.8%
Below poverty line
12.6%
19.6%
Unemployment
5.1%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Reno for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
- Pick Worcester for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Reno | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $25,700 | $36,840 | +43% in Worcester |
| Market Research Analyst | $66,260 | $90,300 | +36% in Worcester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $62,430 | $82,810 | +33% in Worcester |
| Lawyer | $163,380 | $129,400 | -21% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $61,940 | $73,800 | +19% in Worcester |
| Firefighter | $81,360 | $66,310 | -18% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $62,350 | $73,010 | +17% in Worcester |
| Software Developer | $125,710 | $146,950 | +17% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Reno or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Reno 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 Reno?
About $60,896 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Reno or Worcester?
The typical household earns $87,100 in Reno and $75,605 in Worcester, 15% more in Reno.