Worcester is New England's second-largest city, with a growing biotech and higher-education economy that has drawn buyers priced out of Boston. Worcester's property tax rate is well above Boston's, a factor that offsets some of its price advantage.
Recommended for incomes above $115k/yr (28% DTI rule)
Worcester housing market
The 1.47% property tax rate reflects the county-level effective rate for Worcester and is used to calculate your monthly tax escrow above. This rate may differ from the statewide Massachusetts average — county-level data produces more accurate monthly payment estimates for Worcester buyers. Many Worcester properties also carry HOA fees — the area average is approximately $150/month, which is not included in the calculator above.
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