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
$2,044
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,875
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$81,095
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$371,100
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.9
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,463
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$149
👥 People living there
262,732
207,055
Commute to work
25.6 min
24.1 min
College degree
42.6%
35.2%
Own their home
62.8%
42.8%
Below poverty line
12.5%
19.6%
Unemployment
4.7%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick St. Petersburg for higher incomes, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Worcester for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | St. Petersburg | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $52,000 | $82,260 | +58% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $50,540 | $73,800 | +46% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $52,130 | $73,010 | +40% in Worcester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,120 | $82,810 | +38% in Worcester |
| Electrician | $57,450 | $75,510 | +31% in Worcester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,490 | $79,060 | +27% in Worcester |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,470 | $45,710 | +22% in Worcester |
| Truck Driver | $50,560 | $61,610 | +22% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is St. Petersburg or Worcester cheaper to live in?
St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg?
About $60,971 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, St. Petersburg or Worcester?
The typical household earns $81,095 in St. Petersburg and $75,605 in Worcester, 7% more in St. Petersburg.
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