About 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
$1,608
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,657
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$80,985
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$539,500
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.9
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,729
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$77
$149
👥 People living there
208,007
207,055
Commute to work
19.5 min
24.1 min
College degree
51.5%
35.2%
Own their home
45.8%
42.8%
Below poverty line
13.6%
19.6%
Unemployment
4.2%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Salt Lake City for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick Worcester for cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Salt Lake City | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $64,670 | $90,300 | +40% in Worcester |
| Plumber | $64,800 | $82,260 | +27% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $59,870 | $73,010 | +22% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $60,790 | $73,800 | +21% in Worcester |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $98,400 | $119,260 | +21% in Worcester |
| Electrician | $62,620 | $75,510 | +21% in Worcester |
| Restaurant Cook | $36,700 | $44,250 | +21% in Worcester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $66,970 | $79,060 | +18% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Salt Lake City or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City?
About $60,984 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Salt Lake City or Worcester?
The typical household earns $80,985 in Salt Lake City and $75,605 in Worcester, 7% more in Salt Lake City.
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