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
$1,458
$1,496
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,210
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$66,344
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$244,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
92.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$2,286
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$129
👥 People living there
201,528
301,198
Commute to work
21.1 min
21.7 min
College degree
24.7%
41%
Own their home
50.8%
50.5%
Below poverty line
20.1%
17%
Unemployment
8.6%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Greensboro for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Augusta | Greensboro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,390 | $30,060 | +63% in Greensboro |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $84,230 | $104,050 | +24% in Greensboro |
| Truck Driver | $47,920 | $58,480 | +22% in Greensboro |
| Market Research Analyst | $60,920 | $74,060 | +22% in Greensboro |
| Medical Assistant | $38,470 | $46,090 | +20% in Greensboro |
| HVAC Technician | $48,900 | $58,520 | +20% in Greensboro |
| Carpenter | $58,930 | $49,910 | -15% in Greensboro |
| Nurse Practitioner | $120,270 | $132,230 | +10% in Greensboro |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or Greensboro cheaper to live in?
Augusta 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 Augusta?
About $60,628 a year gives the same standard of living in Greensboro.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Greensboro?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $66,344 in Greensboro, 10% more in Greensboro.