Fairhope, Alabama vs. Worcester, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Worcester, Massachusetts is 1.7% more expensive than Fairhope, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $40,697 in Worcester, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairhope, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Worcester, Massachusetts is more expensive than Fairhope, Alabama
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
107% more expensive in Worcester
than in Fairhope, Alabama
Fairhope, AL vs. Worcester, MA
Compared to Fairhope, Worcester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.7% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  4.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.1% higher
  Commute
  24.7% higher
  Health
  16.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% higher