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
$1,291
$1,496
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$1,210
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$66,344
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$244,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
92.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$2,286
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$129
👥 People living there
198,173
301,198
Commute to work
20.8 min
21.7 min
College degree
31.1%
41%
Own their home
45.5%
50.5%
Below poverty line
24.7%
17%
Unemployment
5.8%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham 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 | Birmingham | Greensboro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $61,730 | $84,250 | +36% in Greensboro |
| Lawyer | $170,230 | $126,960 | -25% in Greensboro |
| Medical Assistant | $36,770 | $46,090 | +25% in Greensboro |
| Nurse Practitioner | $107,700 | $132,230 | +23% in Greensboro |
| HVAC Technician | $48,740 | $58,520 | +20% in Greensboro |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,190 | $74,060 | +19% in Greensboro |
| Operations Manager | $123,560 | $100,930 | -18% in Greensboro |
| Physician Assistant | $105,440 | $120,540 | +14% in Greensboro |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or Greensboro cheaper to live in?
Birmingham 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 Birmingham?
About $60,799 a year gives the same standard of living in Greensboro.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or Greensboro?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $66,344 in Greensboro, 25% more in Greensboro.