salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Winston-Salem to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,129
$1,457
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,068
$1,107
💵 Families earn per year
$51,850
$63,921
🔑 Buying a house
$122,000
$233,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.4
92.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,950
$2,025
⚡ Electric bill per month
$97
$136
👥 People living there
189,247
252,037
Commute to work
22.2 min
21.5 min
College degree
23.6%
39.5%
Own their home
50.7%
55.6%
Below poverty line
23.3%
17.7%
Unemployment
7.8%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Akron for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Winston-Salem for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Akron | Winston-Salem | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $61,140 | $35,730 | -42% in Winston-Salem |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,560 | $56,510 | -28% in Winston-Salem |
| Electrician | $77,360 | $56,100 | -27% in Winston-Salem |
| Police Officer | $74,650 | $57,440 | -23% in Winston-Salem |
| Plumber | $63,450 | $49,240 | -22% in Winston-Salem |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,150 | $29,550 | -18% in Winston-Salem |
| Carpenter | $61,070 | $49,940 | -18% in Winston-Salem |
| Software Developer | $105,430 | $124,130 | +18% in Winston-Salem |
Frequently asked questions
Is Akron or Winston-Salem cheaper to live in?
Akron and Winston-Salem cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Winston-Salem to match $60,000 in Akron?
About $59,147 a year gives the same standard of living in Winston-Salem.
Where do people earn more, Akron or Winston-Salem?
The typical household earns $51,850 in Akron and $63,921 in Winston-Salem, 19% more in Winston-Salem.