Boston, MA vs Worcester, MA — Cost of Living Comparison

Equivalent Salary

$100,000 in Boston, MA = $91,433 in Worcester, MA

Buying power is -8.6% lower in Worcester, MA

Median Rent

$2,093 vs $1,415

-32.4% lower in Worcester, MA

Median Income

$94,755 vs $67,544

-28.7% lower in Worcester, MA

Home Value

$710,400 vs $339,500

-52.2% lower in Worcester, MA

Price Level

111.6 vs 102.0

US avg = 100

Salary Needed for Median Rent
$83,700 vs $56,600
30% of gross income guideline

Rent as % of Income

26.5% vs 25.1%

Lower is more affordable