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
$1,942
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,595
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$86,180
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$440,900
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.1
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,174
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$204
$149
👥 People living there
322,326
207,055
Commute to work
31.7 min
24.1 min
College degree
20%
35.2%
Own their home
53.9%
42.8%
Below poverty line
15.5%
19.6%
Unemployment
8.6%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Stockton for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 1 more.
- Pick Worcester for cheaper homes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Stockton | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $62,900 | $82,260 | +31% in Worcester |
| Lawyer | $174,880 | $129,400 | -26% in Worcester |
| Registered Nurse | $134,580 | $100,240 | -26% in Worcester |
| Market Research Analyst | $73,650 | $90,300 | +23% in Worcester |
| Dental Hygienist | $125,130 | $100,460 | -20% in Worcester |
| Police Officer | $99,900 | $80,210 | -20% in Worcester |
| Pharmacist | $162,440 | $132,930 | -18% in Worcester |
| Firefighter | $79,540 | $66,310 | -17% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Stockton or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Stockton 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 Stockton?
About $58,535 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Stockton or Worcester?
The typical household earns $86,180 in Stockton and $75,605 in Worcester, 14% more in Stockton.