Chicago, IL vs Worcester, MA — Cost of Living Comparison

Equivalent Salary

$100,000 in Chicago, IL = $99,472 in Worcester, MA

Buying power is -0.5% lower in Worcester, MA

Median Rent

$1,380 vs $1,415

2.5% higher in Worcester, MA

Median Income

$75,134 vs $67,544

-10.1% lower in Worcester, MA

Home Value

$315,200 vs $339,500

7.7% higher in Worcester, MA

Price Level

102.6 vs 102.0

US avg = 100

Salary Needed for Median Rent
$55,200 vs $56,600
30% of gross income guideline

Rent as % of Income

22.0% vs 25.1%

Lower is more affordable