Median Home Prices and Rents
The median home sale price in Worcester for 2009 is $200,000 and average rents are $500 - $1000/month.
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Cost of Living
Worcester offers a great opportunity to own or rent, raise a family or live independently. Worcester is a city that offers the best of both large and small cities with its affordable housing; quality public schools; access to diverse culture, sports, restaurants and entertainment; and reliable local and regional transportation.
Tax Rates - FY2011
| Tax Type | Rate |
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| Residential Real Estate | $16.06 per $1000 Assessed Valuation |
| Commercial, Industrial Real Estate | $34.65 per $1000 Assessed Valuation |
| Personal Property | $34.65 per $1000 Assessed Valuation |
| Water | $3.25 per 100 Cubic Feet |
| Sewer | $5.40 per 100 Cubic Feet |
| Excise | $25.00 per $1000 Assessed Valuation |
Schools
Worcester offers a wealth of educational opportunities for young people. Worcester is proud to have one of the strongest urban public school systems in the state with numerous quality public elementary and secondary schools. Alternatively, many private and/or parochial elementary and secondary schools are located in the City.
Please visit the official Worcester Public Schools website for complete information.
Utilities
Worcester utility infrastructure is primarily owned and operated by the following:
Telephone - Verizon Communications
Cable TV - Charter Communications
Electric - National Grid
Gas - NSTAR
Intra City Transportation
Intra-City bus service is provided by the Worcester Regional Transit Authority (WRTA) which offers service throughout the City and into surrounding towns. Additionally, both Red Cab and Yellow Cab provide taxi services.
