Cost of Living Calculator - Rensselaer, New York vs Worcester, Massachusetts


The cost of living in Worcester, Massachusetts is 12.2% more expensive than Rensselaer, New York.

You would need a salary of $56,083 in Worcester, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Rensselaer, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Worcester, Massachusetts is more expensive than Rensselaer, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% more expensive in Worcester
than in Rensselaer, New York
Rensselaer, NY vs Worcester, MA
Compared to Rensselaer, Worcester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.2% 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
  3.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  81.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.2% higher
  Commute
  2.7% higher
  Health
  18.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.1% higher

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