salaryEl Paso 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
$1,246
$1,496
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,088
$1,210
💵 Families earn per year
$64,435
$66,344
🔑 Buying a house
$184,500
$244,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.9
92.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,760
$2,286
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$129
👥 People living there
680,130
301,198
Commute to work
23.4 min
21.7 min
College degree
28.1%
41%
Own their home
60.8%
50.5%
Below poverty line
18.4%
17%
Unemployment
6%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick El Paso 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 | El Paso | Greensboro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $50,680 | $74,060 | +46% in Greensboro |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $21,870 | $30,060 | +37% in Greensboro |
| Operations Manager | $77,770 | $100,930 | +30% in Greensboro |
| Medical Assistant | $35,790 | $46,090 | +29% in Greensboro |
| HVAC Technician | $47,270 | $58,520 | +24% in Greensboro |
| Accountant | $65,990 | $80,170 | +21% in Greensboro |
| Electrician | $48,140 | $58,380 | +21% in Greensboro |
| Police Officer | $76,400 | $60,830 | -20% in Greensboro |
Frequently asked questions
Is El Paso or Greensboro cheaper to live in?
El Paso is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,246 a month there versus $1,496 in Greensboro.
What salary do I need in Greensboro to match $60,000 in El Paso?
About $61,971 a year gives the same standard of living in Greensboro.
Where do people earn more, El Paso or Greensboro?
The typical household earns $64,435 in El Paso and $66,344 in Greensboro, 3% more in Greensboro.