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
$1,458
$1,457
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,107
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$63,921
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$233,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
92.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$2,025
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$136
👥 People living there
201,528
252,037
Commute to work
21.1 min
21.5 min
College degree
24.7%
39.5%
Own their home
50.8%
55.6%
Below poverty line
20.1%
17.7%
Unemployment
8.6%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta for cheaper homes, shorter commutes.
- Pick Winston-Salem for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Augusta | Winston-Salem | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,390 | $29,550 | +61% in Winston-Salem |
| Firefighter | $47,540 | $35,730 | -25% in Winston-Salem |
| Market Research Analyst | $60,920 | $73,320 | +20% in Winston-Salem |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $84,230 | $101,320 | +20% in Winston-Salem |
| Dental Hygienist | $79,840 | $95,930 | +20% in Winston-Salem |
| Medical Assistant | $38,470 | $45,810 | +19% in Winston-Salem |
| Civil Engineer | $103,010 | $84,170 | -18% in Winston-Salem |
| Carpenter | $58,930 | $49,940 | -15% in Winston-Salem |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or Winston-Salem cheaper to live in?
Augusta 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 Augusta?
About $60,091 a year gives the same standard of living in Winston-Salem.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Winston-Salem?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $63,921 in Winston-Salem, 6% more in Winston-Salem.