Cost of Living in Worcester, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
104.0
100 = national avg
+4.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,766
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$108,174
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing90.0
Food108.6
Transportation117.3
Healthcare106.9
Utilities103.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$965
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,228
per month
The overall cost of living index in Worcester is 104.0, which is 4.0% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 90.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,766 per year to cover basic expenses.