salarySan Antonio is 8% 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
$1,463
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,457
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$70,163
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$235,700
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
94.7
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,122
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$179
$149
👥 People living there
1,479,835
207,055
Commute to work
24.5 min
24.1 min
College degree
29%
35.2%
Own their home
52.2%
42.8%
Below poverty line
17.1%
19.6%
Unemployment
6.2%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick San Antonio for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Worcester for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | San Antonio | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenter | $48,900 | $73,010 | +49% in Worcester |
| Plumber | $58,180 | $82,260 | +41% in Worcester |
| Market Research Analyst | $65,950 | $90,300 | +37% in Worcester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,720 | $82,810 | +34% in Worcester |
| Electrician | $57,010 | $75,510 | +32% in Worcester |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $28,110 | $36,840 | +31% in Worcester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,280 | $79,060 | +27% in Worcester |
| Restaurant Cook | $34,860 | $44,250 | +27% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is San Antonio or Worcester cheaper to live in?
San Antonio is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,463 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in San Antonio?
About $64,946 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, San Antonio or Worcester?
The typical household earns $70,163 in San Antonio and $75,605 in Worcester, 7% more in Worcester.