salaryRochester is 6% 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
$1,331
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,281
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$50,919
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$139,600
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.0
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,152
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$155
$149
👥 People living there
208,772
207,055
Commute to work
19.3 min
24.1 min
College degree
30%
35.2%
Own their home
38.1%
42.8%
Below poverty line
27.8%
19.6%
Unemployment
7.9%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Rochester for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Worcester for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Rochester | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $62,840 | $82,810 | +32% in Worcester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,060 | $79,060 | +27% in Worcester |
| Firefighter | $89,120 | $66,310 | -26% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $59,490 | $73,010 | +23% in Worcester |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $97,240 | $119,260 | +23% in Worcester |
| Software Developer | $122,770 | $146,950 | +20% in Worcester |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $45,310 | $36,840 | -19% in Worcester |
| Physician Assistant | $130,430 | $152,860 | +17% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Rochester or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Rochester is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,331 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Rochester?
About $63,393 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Rochester or Worcester?
The typical household earns $50,919 in Rochester and $75,605 in Worcester, 33% more in Worcester.