salaryGreensboro is 12% cheaperBased 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
$1,651
$1,496
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,565
$1,210
💵 Families earn per year
$111,392
$66,344
🔑 Buying a house
$395,900
$244,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
92.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,982
$2,286
⚡ Electric bill per month
$136
$129
👥 People living there
288,976
301,198
Commute to work
18.8 min
21.7 min
College degree
38.7%
41%
Own their home
63.9%
50.5%
Below poverty line
8.9%
17%
Unemployment
4.6%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Anchorage for higher incomes, shorter commutes, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Greensboro for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Anchorage | Greensboro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $115,020 | $60,830 | -47% in Greensboro |
| Plumber | $93,600 | $57,510 | -39% in Greensboro |
| Dental Hygienist | $132,740 | $84,250 | -37% in Greensboro |
| HVAC Technician | $85,620 | $58,520 | -32% in Greensboro |
| Carpenter | $72,800 | $49,910 | -31% in Greensboro |
| Electrician | $82,440 | $58,380 | -29% in Greensboro |
| Registered Nurse | $115,290 | $82,860 | -28% in Greensboro |
| Firefighter | $64,810 | $46,600 | -28% in Greensboro |
Frequently asked questions
Is Anchorage or Greensboro cheaper to live in?
Greensboro is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,496 a month there versus $1,651 in Anchorage.
What salary do I need in Greensboro to match $60,000 in Anchorage?
About $52,854 a year gives the same standard of living in Greensboro.
Where do people earn more, Anchorage or Greensboro?
The typical household earns $111,392 in Anchorage and $66,344 in Greensboro, 68% more in Anchorage.