salaryGreensboro is 10% 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
$1,648
$1,496
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$1,210
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$66,344
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$244,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
92.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$2,286
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$129
👥 People living there
397,742
301,198
Commute to work
26.6 min
21.7 min
College degree
32.6%
41%
Own their home
54.3%
50.5%
Below poverty line
12.9%
17%
Unemployment
5.7%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Greensboro for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Greensboro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $92,910 | $60,830 | -35% in Greensboro |
| Firefighter | $64,900 | $46,600 | -28% in Greensboro |
| Lawyer | $168,510 | $126,960 | -25% in Greensboro |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $30,060 | +24% in Greensboro |
| Registered Nurse | $101,420 | $82,860 | -18% in Greensboro |
| Dental Hygienist | $101,870 | $84,250 | -17% in Greensboro |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $122,520 | $104,050 | -15% in Greensboro |
| Physician Assistant | $134,900 | $120,540 | -11% in Greensboro |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Greensboro cheaper to live in?
Greensboro is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,496 a month there versus $1,648 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Greensboro to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $54,049 a year gives the same standard of living in Greensboro.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Greensboro?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $66,344 in Greensboro, 22% more in Arlington.