salaryGreensboro is the 3rd-largest city in North Carolina that we track, with 301,198 residents. Rent is lower than in 58% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs about 3.7 years of household income.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $59,840 a year. That is $29 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other North Carolina cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of North Carolina. It is number 83 of 164 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
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How much do households earn in Greensboro?
Share of households by yearly income. 20.1% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Greensboro
| Size | Greensboro | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,156 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,113 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,210 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,438 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,700 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Greensboro overall?
Everyday prices in the Greensboro-High Point metro area are 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.9, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Greensboro
Life in Greensboro
What jobs pay in Greensboro
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $138,180 | 13.0% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $132,230 | 13.6% |
| Lawyer | $126,960 | 14.1% |
| Software Developer | $125,190 | 14.3% |
| Physician Assistant | $120,540 | 14.9% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $104,050 | 17.3% |
| Operations Manager | $100,930 | 17.8% |
| Civil Engineer | $93,460 | 19.2% |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,250 | 21.3% |
| Registered Nurse | $82,860 | 21.7% |
| Accountant | $80,170 | 22.4% |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,060 | 24.2% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,610 | 28.2% |
| Police Officer | $60,830 | 29.5% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,730 | 30.1% |
| HVAC Technician | $58,520 | 30.7% |
| Truck Driver | $58,480 | 30.7% |
| Electrician | $58,380 | 30.8% |
| Plumber | $57,510 | 31.2% |
| Carpenter | $49,910 | 36.0% |
| Firefighter | $46,600 | 38.5% |
| Medical Assistant | $46,090 | 38.9% |
| Customer Service Representative | $41,240 | 43.5% |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,260 | 46.9% |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,190 | 48.3% |
| Restaurant Cook | $34,550 | 52.0% |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,750 | 58.4% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $30,060 | 59.7% |
| Cashier | $28,630 | 62.7% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Greensboro?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $203 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $244,800 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $24,480 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Greensboro, NC?
Renting in Greensboro costs a median of about $1,496 a month in 2026, including utilities. The North Carolina median is $1,496.
How much do I need to make to live in Greensboro?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $59,840 a year, or $29 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Greensboro cheap or expensive?
Greensboro is rated OK: rent takes 27.1% of the typical household income of $66,344. It ranks 83rd cheapest of 164 North Carolina cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Greensboro?
The median homeowner in Greensboro pays $2,286 a year in property taxes, about 0.93% of the median home value.
Is Greensboro more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 7% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Greensboro?
The median home value in Greensboro is $244,800, about 3.7 times the typical yearly household income.
301,198 people live in Greensboro. Numbers are typical (middle) values.