salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Greensboro to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,129
$1,496
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,068
$1,210
💵 Families earn per year
$51,850
$66,344
🔑 Buying a house
$122,000
$244,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.4
92.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,950
$2,286
⚡ Electric bill per month
$97
$129
👥 People living there
189,247
301,198
Commute to work
22.2 min
21.7 min
College degree
23.6%
41%
Own their home
50.7%
50.5%
Below poverty line
23.3%
17%
Unemployment
7.8%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Akron for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Greensboro for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Akron | Greensboro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | $77,360 | $58,380 | -25% in Greensboro |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,560 | $59,730 | -24% in Greensboro |
| Firefighter | $61,140 | $46,600 | -24% in Greensboro |
| Software Developer | $105,430 | $125,190 | +19% in Greensboro |
| Police Officer | $74,650 | $60,830 | -19% in Greensboro |
| Carpenter | $61,070 | $49,910 | -18% in Greensboro |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,150 | $30,060 | -17% in Greensboro |
| Market Research Analyst | $66,000 | $74,060 | +12% in Greensboro |
Frequently asked questions
Is Akron or Greensboro cheaper to live in?
Akron and Greensboro cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Greensboro to match $60,000 in Akron?
About $59,675 a year gives the same standard of living in Greensboro.
Where do people earn more, Akron or Greensboro?
The typical household earns $51,850 in Akron and $66,344 in Greensboro, 22% more in Greensboro.