salaryRichmond is 5% 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
$1,644
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,520
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$69,657
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$353,000
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.9
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,150
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$149
👥 People living there
229,359
207,055
Commute to work
21.7 min
24.1 min
College degree
45.6%
35.2%
Own their home
43.5%
42.8%
Below poverty line
18.2%
19.6%
Unemployment
5.7%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Richmond for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick Worcester for higher incomes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Richmond | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenter | $51,870 | $73,010 | +41% in Worcester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,290 | $82,810 | +35% in Worcester |
| Plumber | $61,480 | $82,260 | +34% in Worcester |
| Police Officer | $62,720 | $80,210 | +28% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $59,130 | $73,800 | +25% in Worcester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,030 | $79,060 | +23% in Worcester |
| Electrician | $61,350 | $75,510 | +23% in Worcester |
| Physician Assistant | $126,810 | $152,860 | +21% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Richmond or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Richmond is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,644 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Richmond?
About $62,860 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Richmond or Worcester?
The typical household earns $69,657 in Richmond and $75,605 in Worcester, 8% more in Worcester.