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
$1,242
$1,496
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,149
$1,210
💵 Families earn per year
$66,244
$66,344
🔑 Buying a house
$188,900
$244,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.6
92.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,578
$2,286
⚡ Electric bill per month
$135
$129
👥 People living there
268,589
301,198
Commute to work
21.5 min
21.7 min
College degree
29%
41%
Own their home
61.9%
50.5%
Below poverty line
16%
17%
Unemployment
5.6%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Wayne for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Greensboro for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Wayne | Greensboro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $75,860 | $46,600 | -39% in Greensboro |
| Plumber | $77,110 | $57,510 | -25% in Greensboro |
| Software Developer | $101,560 | $125,190 | +23% in Greensboro |
| Police Officer | $79,210 | $60,830 | -23% in Greensboro |
| Market Research Analyst | $61,730 | $74,060 | +20% in Greensboro |
| Electrician | $71,290 | $58,380 | -18% in Greensboro |
| Carpenter | $60,400 | $49,910 | -17% in Greensboro |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $90,300 | $104,050 | +15% in Greensboro |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Wayne or Greensboro cheaper to live in?
Fort Wayne 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 Fort Wayne?
About $60,190 a year gives the same standard of living in Greensboro.
Where do people earn more, Fort Wayne or Greensboro?
The typical household earns $66,244 in Fort Wayne and $66,344 in Greensboro, 0% more in Greensboro.