salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Winston-Salem to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,530
$1,457
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,235
$1,107
💵 Families earn per year
$62,992
$63,921
🔑 Buying a house
$188,000
$233,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.0
92.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,915
$2,025
⚡ Electric bill per month
$190
$136
👥 People living there
210,815
252,037
Commute to work
19.1 min
21.5 min
College degree
29%
39.5%
Own their home
47.4%
55.6%
Below poverty line
17.7%
17.7%
Unemployment
7.9%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Fayetteville for cheaper homes, shorter commutes.
- Pick Winston-Salem for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fayetteville | Winston-Salem | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $57,730 | $73,320 | +27% in Winston-Salem |
| Police Officer | $48,160 | $57,440 | +19% in Winston-Salem |
| Lawyer | $107,950 | $126,250 | +17% in Winston-Salem |
| Medical Assistant | $39,870 | $45,810 | +15% in Winston-Salem |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $88,690 | $101,320 | +14% in Winston-Salem |
| Civil Engineer | $96,080 | $84,170 | -12% in Winston-Salem |
| Customer Service Representative | $35,130 | $38,410 | +9% in Winston-Salem |
| Nurse Practitioner | $121,410 | $130,840 | +8% in Winston-Salem |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fayetteville or Winston-Salem cheaper to live in?
Fayetteville and Winston-Salem cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Winston-Salem to match $60,000 in Fayetteville?
About $60,042 a year gives the same standard of living in Winston-Salem.
Where do people earn more, Fayetteville or Winston-Salem?
The typical household earns $62,992 in Fayetteville and $63,921 in Winston-Salem, 1% more in Winston-Salem.
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