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
$1,489
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,351
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$75,564
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$363,500
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.3
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,947
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$149
👥 People living there
230,293
207,055
Commute to work
20.6 min
24.1 min
College degree
33.9%
35.2%
Own their home
58.8%
42.8%
Below poverty line
13.8%
19.6%
Unemployment
5.7%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Spokane for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Worcester for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Spokane | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $70,390 | $90,300 | +28% in Worcester |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $48,560 | $36,840 | -24% in Worcester |
| Firefighter | $83,310 | $66,310 | -20% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $61,900 | $73,010 | +18% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $62,840 | $73,800 | +17% in Worcester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $98,800 | $82,810 | -16% in Worcester |
| Police Officer | $95,660 | $80,210 | -16% in Worcester |
| Pharmacist | $155,560 | $132,930 | -15% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Spokane or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Spokane 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 Spokane?
About $61,302 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Spokane or Worcester?
The typical household earns $75,564 in Spokane and $75,605 in Worcester, 0% more in Worcester.