salaryTallahassee is 9% 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
$1,480
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,394
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$61,916
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$294,400
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.9
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,540
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$208
$149
👥 People living there
201,875
207,055
Commute to work
19.1 min
24.1 min
College degree
51.3%
35.2%
Own their home
40.6%
42.8%
Below poverty line
23.6%
19.6%
Unemployment
6.4%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Tallahassee 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 | Tallahassee | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $48,540 | $82,260 | +69% in Worcester |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $72,510 | $119,260 | +64% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $46,870 | $73,010 | +56% in Worcester |
| Accountant | $61,840 | $94,070 | +52% in Worcester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $55,020 | $82,810 | +51% in Worcester |
| Electrician | $54,090 | $75,510 | +40% in Worcester |
| Market Research Analyst | $65,000 | $90,300 | +39% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $53,690 | $73,800 | +37% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Tallahassee or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Tallahassee is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,480 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Tallahassee?
About $65,497 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Tallahassee or Worcester?
The typical household earns $61,916 in Tallahassee and $75,605 in Worcester, 18% more in Worcester.