salaryWichita is 15% 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
$1,162
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,101
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$69,693
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$190,800
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
88.9
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,233
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$149
👥 People living there
397,945
207,055
Commute to work
18.4 min
24.1 min
College degree
31.1%
35.2%
Own their home
58.9%
42.8%
Below poverty line
15.9%
19.6%
Unemployment
5.6%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Wichita 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 | Wichita | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $41,900 | $66,310 | +58% in Worcester |
| Carpenter | $50,930 | $73,010 | +43% in Worcester |
| Market Research Analyst | $63,890 | $90,300 | +41% in Worcester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,640 | $82,810 | +41% in Worcester |
| Software Developer | $105,980 | $146,950 | +39% in Worcester |
| Plumber | $60,940 | $82,260 | +35% in Worcester |
| Police Officer | $60,840 | $80,210 | +32% in Worcester |
| Operations Manager | $85,230 | $111,900 | +31% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Wichita or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Wichita is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,162 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Wichita?
About $69,159 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Wichita or Worcester?
The typical household earns $69,693 in Wichita and $75,605 in Worcester, 8% more in Worcester.