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
$1,537
$1,496
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,305
$1,210
💵 Families earn per year
$69,588
$66,344
🔑 Buying a house
$283,200
$244,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.5
92.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,265
$2,286
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$129
👥 People living there
185,783
301,198
Commute to work
18.5 min
21.7 min
College degree
36%
41%
Own their home
52.4%
50.5%
Below poverty line
19.1%
17%
Unemployment
5.4%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Chattanooga for higher incomes, shorter commutes.
- Pick Greensboro for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chattanooga | Greensboro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,240 | $30,060 | +24% in Greensboro |
| Electrician | $72,330 | $58,380 | -19% in Greensboro |
| Police Officer | $51,330 | $60,830 | +19% in Greensboro |
| Software Developer | $106,750 | $125,190 | +17% in Greensboro |
| HVAC Technician | $50,950 | $58,520 | +15% in Greensboro |
| Medical Assistant | $40,160 | $46,090 | +15% in Greensboro |
| Lawyer | $147,640 | $126,960 | -14% in Greensboro |
| Nurse Practitioner | $116,480 | $132,230 | +14% in Greensboro |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chattanooga or Greensboro cheaper to live in?
Chattanooga 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 Chattanooga?
About $60,919 a year gives the same standard of living in Greensboro.
Where do people earn more, Chattanooga or Greensboro?
The typical household earns $69,588 in Chattanooga and $66,344 in Greensboro, 5% more in Chattanooga.
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