salaryGreensboro is 3% 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
$1,611
$1,496
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,481
$1,210
💵 Families earn per year
$71,269
$66,344
🔑 Buying a house
$252,900
$244,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.5
92.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,341
$2,286
⚡ Electric bill per month
$123
$129
👥 People living there
914,802
301,198
Commute to work
21.5 min
21.7 min
College degree
38.2%
41%
Own their home
44.1%
50.5%
Below poverty line
18.1%
17%
Unemployment
5.1%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Columbus for higher incomes, shorter commutes.
- Pick Greensboro for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Columbus | Greensboro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $100,890 | $60,830 | -40% in Greensboro |
| Carpenter | $66,480 | $49,910 | -25% in Greensboro |
| Firefighter | $61,780 | $46,600 | -25% in Greensboro |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,150 | $59,730 | -24% in Greensboro |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $37,490 | $30,060 | -20% in Greensboro |
| Dental Hygienist | $96,880 | $84,250 | -13% in Greensboro |
| Physician Assistant | $137,550 | $120,540 | -12% in Greensboro |
| Customer Service Representative | $46,350 | $41,240 | -11% in Greensboro |
Frequently asked questions
Is Columbus or Greensboro cheaper to live in?
Greensboro is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,496 a month there versus $1,611 in Columbus.
What salary do I need in Greensboro to match $60,000 in Columbus?
About $58,363 a year gives the same standard of living in Greensboro.
Where do people earn more, Columbus or Greensboro?
The typical household earns $71,269 in Columbus and $66,344 in Greensboro, 7% more in Columbus.