salarySt. Louis 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
$1,297
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,264
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$60,569
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$197,500
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.1
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,033
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$149
👥 People living there
288,512
207,055
Commute to work
22.1 min
24.1 min
College degree
41.1%
35.2%
Own their home
45.3%
42.8%
Below poverty line
20.6%
19.6%
Unemployment
5%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick St. Louis for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Worcester for higher incomes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | St. Louis | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,650 | $82,810 | +37% in Worcester |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $96,290 | $119,260 | +24% in Worcester |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,130 | $90,300 | +22% in Worcester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $65,120 | $79,060 | +21% in Worcester |
| Registered Nurse | $83,180 | $100,240 | +21% in Worcester |
| Operations Manager | $93,140 | $111,900 | +20% in Worcester |
| Accountant | $78,880 | $94,070 | +19% in Worcester |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $31,200 | $36,840 | +18% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is St. Louis or Worcester cheaper to live in?
St. Louis is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,297 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in St. Louis?
About $64,691 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, St. Louis or Worcester?
The typical household earns $60,569 in St. Louis and $75,605 in Worcester, 20% more in Worcester.