salaryTucson is 6% 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
$1,358
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,285
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$61,553
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$266,200
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
96.9
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,786
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$143
$149
👥 People living there
547,073
207,055
Commute to work
21.9 min
24.1 min
College degree
31.1%
35.2%
Own their home
51.8%
42.8%
Below poverty line
18.9%
19.6%
Unemployment
6.2%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Tucson 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 | Tucson | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $47,220 | $82,810 | +75% in Worcester |
| Market Research Analyst | $59,540 | $90,300 | +52% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $49,110 | $73,010 | +49% in Worcester |
| Plumber | $59,070 | $82,260 | +39% in Worcester |
| Firefighter | $47,960 | $66,310 | +38% in Worcester |
| Operations Manager | $83,610 | $111,900 | +34% in Worcester |
| HVAC Technician | $56,070 | $73,800 | +32% in Worcester |
| Electrician | $59,480 | $75,510 | +27% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Tucson or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Tucson is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,358 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Tucson?
About $63,484 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Tucson or Worcester?
The typical household earns $61,553 in Tucson and $75,605 in Worcester, 19% more in Worcester.