salary$94,070 a year$45 an hour · median pay in the Worcester, MA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$64,640per year
Top pay (top 10%)$146,780per year
Jobs in the area3,090people work this job
Can a accountant afford Worcester?
OK. Rent of $1,952 a month takes 24.9% of the median accountant salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a accountant make in Worcester, MA?
The median pay for a accountant in the Worcester, MA area is $94,070 a year ($45 an hour). Most earn between $64,640 and $146,780.
Can a accountant afford to live in Worcester?
Typical rent of $1,952 a month takes 24.9% of the median accountant salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Worcester, MA metro area.