Cost of Living Calculator - Brea, California vs Worcester, Massachusetts


The cost of living in Worcester, Massachusetts is 37.7% cheaper than Brea, California.

You would need a salary of $31,150 in Worcester, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Brea, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Worcester, Massachusetts is cheaper than Brea, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Worcester
than in Brea, California
Brea, CA vs Worcester, MA
Compared to Brea, Worcester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.7% lower
      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
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  65.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.6% higher
  Commute
  24.0% lower
  Health
  2.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.3% higher

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