salaryGreensboro is 11% 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
$1,619
$1,496
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,479
$1,210
💵 Families earn per year
$67,058
$66,344
🔑 Buying a house
$229,600
$244,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.5
92.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,354
$2,286
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$129
👥 People living there
573,243
301,198
Commute to work
29.1 min
21.7 min
College degree
36.1%
41%
Own their home
47.5%
50.5%
Below poverty line
19.7%
17%
Unemployment
6.5%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Baltimore for higher incomes, cheaper homes.
- Pick Greensboro for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Baltimore | Greensboro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $73,810 | $46,600 | -37% in Greensboro |
| Dental Hygienist | $116,130 | $84,250 | -27% in Greensboro |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,400 | $59,730 | -22% in Greensboro |
| Police Officer | $76,530 | $60,830 | -21% in Greensboro |
| Carpenter | $62,380 | $49,910 | -20% in Greensboro |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,170 | $30,060 | -17% in Greensboro |
| Registered Nurse | $99,550 | $82,860 | -17% in Greensboro |
| Cashier | $33,760 | $28,630 | -15% in Greensboro |
Frequently asked questions
Is Baltimore or Greensboro cheaper to live in?
Greensboro is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,496 a month there versus $1,619 in Baltimore.
What salary do I need in Greensboro to match $60,000 in Baltimore?
About $53,326 a year gives the same standard of living in Greensboro.
Where do people earn more, Baltimore or Greensboro?
The typical household earns $67,058 in Baltimore and $66,344 in Greensboro, 1% more in Baltimore.