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
$1,530
$1,496
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,235
$1,210
💵 Families earn per year
$62,992
$66,344
🔑 Buying a house
$188,000
$244,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.0
92.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,915
$2,286
⚡ Electric bill per month
$190
$129
👥 People living there
210,815
301,198
Commute to work
19.1 min
21.7 min
College degree
29%
41%
Own their home
47.4%
50.5%
Below poverty line
17.7%
17%
Unemployment
7.9%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Fayetteville for cheaper homes, shorter commutes.
- Pick Greensboro for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fayetteville | Greensboro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $57,730 | $74,060 | +28% in Greensboro |
| Firefighter | $36,820 | $46,600 | +27% in Greensboro |
| Police Officer | $48,160 | $60,830 | +26% in Greensboro |
| Lawyer | $107,950 | $126,960 | +18% in Greensboro |
| Customer Service Representative | $35,130 | $41,240 | +17% in Greensboro |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $88,690 | $104,050 | +17% in Greensboro |
| Truck Driver | $49,980 | $58,480 | +17% in Greensboro |
| Medical Assistant | $39,870 | $46,090 | +16% in Greensboro |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fayetteville or Greensboro cheaper to live in?
Fayetteville 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 Fayetteville?
About $60,579 a year gives the same standard of living in Greensboro.
Where do people earn more, Fayetteville or Greensboro?
The typical household earns $62,992 in Fayetteville and $66,344 in Greensboro, 5% more in Greensboro.
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