Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
30% cheaper
Oklahoma City is 30% more affordable than Worcester. A $75,000 salary in Worcester is equivalent to $52,200 in Oklahoma City.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
See exact take-home pay: Oklahoma salaries · Massachusetts salaries
Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Oklahoma City has a housing index of 68 while Worcester sits at 152 (national average = 100). The median home in Oklahoma City costs $195,000 compared to $340,000 in Worcester, a difference of $145,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,000 in Oklahoma City versus $1,600 in Worcester.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Oklahoma City scores 95 while Worcester scores 106.
Healthcare costs in Oklahoma City (92) are lower than Worcester (115).
Median household income in Oklahoma City is $55,458 compared to $52,228 in Worcester. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Oklahoma City.
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