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
$1,277
$1,496
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,056
$1,210
💵 Families earn per year
$44,004
$66,344
🔑 Buying a house
$102,000
$244,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.9
92.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,759
$2,286
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$129
👥 People living there
366,097
301,198
Commute to work
22.5 min
21.7 min
College degree
22.4%
41%
Own their home
41.7%
50.5%
Below poverty line
30.6%
17%
Unemployment
10.8%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Cleveland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Greensboro for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cleveland | Greensboro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $62,720 | $46,600 | -26% in Greensboro |
| Police Officer | $80,280 | $60,830 | -24% in Greensboro |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,470 | $59,730 | -22% in Greensboro |
| Carpenter | $60,650 | $49,910 | -18% in Greensboro |
| Electrician | $70,860 | $58,380 | -18% in Greensboro |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,260 | $30,060 | -17% in Greensboro |
| Software Developer | $111,310 | $125,190 | +12% in Greensboro |
| Physician Assistant | $135,860 | $120,540 | -11% in Greensboro |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cleveland or Greensboro cheaper to live in?
Cleveland 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 Cleveland?
About $59,324 a year gives the same standard of living in Greensboro.
Where do people earn more, Cleveland or Greensboro?
The typical household earns $44,004 in Cleveland and $66,344 in Greensboro, 34% more in Greensboro.