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
$1,219
$1,496
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,210
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$66,344
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$244,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
92.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$2,286
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$129
👥 People living there
201,885
301,198
Commute to work
19.6 min
21.7 min
College degree
26.6%
41%
Own their home
59.7%
50.5%
Below poverty line
15.8%
17%
Unemployment
3.4%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick Greensboro for a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Greensboro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,710 | $30,060 | +32% in Greensboro |
| Medical Assistant | $37,170 | $46,090 | +24% in Greensboro |
| Civil Engineer | $75,910 | $93,460 | +23% in Greensboro |
| Police Officer | $78,900 | $60,830 | -23% in Greensboro |
| Market Research Analyst | $61,380 | $74,060 | +21% in Greensboro |
| Operations Manager | $85,770 | $100,930 | +18% in Greensboro |
| HVAC Technician | $49,840 | $58,520 | +17% in Greensboro |
| Restaurant Cook | $30,560 | $34,550 | +13% in Greensboro |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Greensboro cheaper to live in?
Amarillo 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 Amarillo?
About $60,683 a year gives the same standard of living in Greensboro.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Greensboro?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $66,344 in Greensboro, 7% more in Amarillo.